ACA Mourns Its Former President, Idrissa Kilangi

Dear Cashew Friends and Colleagues,

It is with deep sorrow that we announce to you the passing away of our former ACA President, Mr. Idrissa Kilangi. Mr. Kilangi passed away on 12 September 2014 in Tanzania due to an illness. His burial took place in his hometown of Iringa in the southern highlands of Tanzania.

Mr. Kilangi was initially elected as the first Vice President of the ACA Executive Committee in 2010 and was then promoted to President to replace his predecessor, Mr. Cherif Hibrahima, who died unexpectedly during his tenure. Mr. Kilangi served for 2.5 years as President. He was an honorable man who dedicated his life to making the cashew business a feasible livelihood for many people. He was also involved in cashew nut processing, employing hundreds of people from various communities. His commitment was outstanding and exemplary, which led to his formal election to the ACA presidency in September 2011.

We are losing an outstanding leader and role model. We will continue to honor his memory by following the many examples he has established for the cashew community. May his soul rest in peace, Alaihel-Salaam!

On behalf of ACA and the entire cashew community, we extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.

Sincerely,

Georgette Tarraf, ACA President