Condolences to President of Tanzania John Pombe Joseph Magufuli 2018-09-21 14:00:00 Vladimir Putin sent a message of condolences to President of the United Republic of Tanzania John Pombe Joseph Magufuli over the tragic consequences of a passenger ferry capsizing on Lake Victoria. The President of Russia asked to convey words of sympathy and support to the families of the victims and wishes for a speedy recovery to the injured.