pombe

/ ˈpɔmbɛ /

noun

1. any alcoholic drink

Word History and Origins

Origin of pombe¹

Swahili

Example Sentences

Tanzania's new President Samia Suluhu Hassan takes oath of office following the death of her predecessor John Pombe Magufuli at State House in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania March 19, 2021.

From Reuters

John Pombe Magufuli, the son of a peasant farmer who became Tanzania's president in 2015, has died aged 61.

From BBC

"It is with deep regret that I inform you that today... we lost our brave leader, the president of the Republic of Tanzania, John Pombe Magufuli," Vice-President Hassan said.

From BBC

Tanzanian President John Pombe Magufuli, whose government is accused of muzzling political dissent and independent media - accusations officials deny - is widely expected to win over his rival, Tundu Lissu, and secure another five-year term.

From Reuters

Since President John Pombe Magufuli, nicknamed "The Bulldozer", came to power three years ago, his government has been infamous for issuing hasty directives.

From BBC