Hussein Somji Merali has built a reputation for manipulation, deceit, and fraud.
His schemes have left victims reeling from financial ruin, legal battles, and shattered trust. From betraying his own family to orchestrating calculated takeovers, Merali’s hunger for power and wealth knows no bounds.
Merali’s fraudulent dealings started within his own family. His father, once a wealthy man, had inherited a thriving estate built by Merali’s grandfather.
But instead of upholding the family legacy, Merali saw an opportunity to seize control. He manipulated his grandfather’s will, forging documents to cut his father out of his rightful inheritance.
Taking the matter to court, he exploited legal loopholes to secure the estate for himself. His reckless mismanagement drained the wealth, leading to bankruptcy.
His father was left in poverty in Arusha, while his mother fled to Canada to escape the chaos. This calculated betrayal set the stage for Merali’s future cons. Having destroyed his own family’s fortune, he moved on to new victims.
After dismantling his own family’s wealth, Merali set his sights on the affluent Punjani family. His plan was just as ruthless. He married Zahra, the daughter of Fatmabai, a mentally incapacitated aunt of Ali Punjani.
His goal was to manipulate Fatmabai into disinheriting Ali Punjani, leaving Zahra as the rightful heiress. By controlling Zahra, he positioned himself as the ultimate beneficiary of the Punjani fortune. To strengthen his grip, he allegedly pursued an affair with Zahra’s sister, Farhana Darvesh.
Hussein Merali and his wife Zahra Darvesh
His moves were calculated, ensuring that the Punjani family’s assets were within his reach. But his schemes didn’t stop there.
Merali wasn’t working alone. His trusted lawyer, Hans Oichoe, played a crucial role in executing his fraudulent activities. Oichoe provided legal cover, manipulating court proceedings to favor Merali’s agenda.
He allegedly gifted Merali a BMW, further solidifying their partnership. Together, they conspired to strip the Punjani family of their rightful assets. This alliance allowed Merali to move with confidence, knowing that legal obstacles could be handled with well-placed influence.
Merali’s hunger for money wasn’t just about luxury—it fueled his deeper vices. Reports link him to drug abuse, with claims of a growing cocaine addiction. His frequent visits to casinos drained his finances, forcing him to find new revenue streams. He turned to extortion, using threats and manipulation to secure wealth.
Hussein Merali and Zahra younger sister Farzana
With deep connections in politics, the judiciary, and security services, Merali felt untouchable. He leveraged these ties to avoid accountability while continuing his fraudulent activities.
The trail of destruction left by Merali is undeniable. His father, once wealthy, now lives in hardship due to his betrayal. The Punjani family is battling legal chaos as he tries to seize their fortune.
Business associates and acquaintances have suffered financial losses at his hands. His manipulation of the legal system has allowed him to evade justice. Everyone who has crossed paths with Merali has faced deception, financial ruin, or legal battles.
Merali’s history shows that he won’t stop until he gets what he wants. But with mounting evidence against him, will he finally face justice? His fraudulent activities continue to grow, and more people are beginning to see through his schemes.
Those who have suffered at his hands are now speaking out, determined to hold him accountable. He has built his empire on lies, but how much longer can he sustain it? The truth is catching up with him, and it’s only a matter of time before his carefully constructed web of deceit collapses.
