When was Ali Hassan Mwinyi born?

Ali Hassan Mwinyi was born on 8 May 1925 in Unguja.

What positions has Ali Hassan Mwinyi held?

Positions held by Ali Hassan Mwinyi include: President of Tanzania (1985–1995); President of Zanzibar (1984–1985); Vice President of Tanzania (1984–1985); president.

Where did Ali Hassan Mwinyi study?

Ali Hassan Mwinyi was educated at The Open University of Tanzania.

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Ali Hassan Mwinyi

Tanzanian statesman (1925–2024)

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Ali Hassan Mwinyi was a Tanzanian politician who served as the second president of the United Republic of Tanzania from 1985 to 1995. Previous posts included Minister for Home Affairs and Vice President. He also was chairman of the ruling party, the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) from 1990 to 1996.

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Born: 8 May 1925 wd
Place of birth: Unguja wd
Died: 29 February 2024 wd
Place of death: Dar es Salaam wd
Citizenship: Tanzania wd
Occupation: politician, lawyer, minister, ambassador wd
Political party: Party of the Revolution wd
Education: The Open University of Tanzania wd
Spouse: Siti Mwinyi wd

Positions held wd

President of Tanzania (5 November 1985 – 23 November 1995)
President of Zanzibar (30 January 1984 – 24 October 1985)
Vice President of Tanzania (30 January 1984 – 5 November 1985)
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Awards wd

Grand Cross of the Order of Good Hope (1995)
King Faisal Prize in Service to Islam (2022)

Questions

When was Ali Hassan Mwinyi born?: Ali Hassan Mwinyi was born on 8 May 1925 in Unguja.
What positions has Ali Hassan Mwinyi held?: Positions held by Ali Hassan Mwinyi include: President of Tanzania (1985–1995); President of Zanzibar (1984–1985); Vice President of Tanzania (1984–1985); president.
Where did Ali Hassan Mwinyi study?: Ali Hassan Mwinyi was educated at The Open University of Tanzania.

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