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Abdullah Kassim Hanga

Prime Minister of Zanzibar (1932–1969)

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Abdullah Kassim Hanga (1932–1969) was the only Prime Minister in the history of the People's Republic of Zanzibar and Pemba from 12 January 1964 to 27 April 1964. He was executed without trial for an alleged 1967 plot to overthrow the Karume regime in the now united new country of Tanzania.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of death
Zanzibar Islands wd
Citizenship
Tanzania, Sultanate of Zanzibar wd
Occupation
politician, minister wd
Political party
Afro-Shirazi Party wd
Education
University of Oxford, Peoples' Friendship University of Russia wd
Spouse
Lily Golden wd

Positions held wd

  • prime minister (12 January 1964 – 27 April 1964)

About

He was the husband of Soviet activist Lily Golden, whom he was married to until his death in 1969. They had a daughter together, Russian journalist Yelena Khanga.

Questions

When was Abdullah Kassim Hanga born?
Abdullah Kassim Hanga was born on 1932.
What positions has Abdullah Kassim Hanga held?
Positions held by Abdullah Kassim Hanga include: prime minister (1964–1964).
Where did Abdullah Kassim Hanga study?
Abdullah Kassim Hanga was educated at University of Oxford, Peoples' Friendship University of Russia.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Abdullah Kassim Hanga · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q2080890 · CC0 1.0

Last updated · facts checked 5 November 2026

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