When was Bingu wa Mutharika born?

Bingu wa Mutharika was born on 24 February 1934 in Thyolo.

What positions has Bingu wa Mutharika held?

Positions held by Bingu wa Mutharika include: Chairperson of the African Union (2010–2011); President of Malawi (2004–2012).

Where did Bingu wa Mutharika study?

Bingu wa Mutharika was educated at University of Delhi, California Miramar University, Delhi School of Economics, Dedza Secondary School.

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Bingu wa Mutharika

Malawi politician and economist (1934-2012)

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Bingu wa Mutharika was a Malawian politician and economist who served as the third president of Malawi from 2004 until his death in 2012 and brother of Malawian President Peter Mutharika. A member of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), he served as the party's president from 2005 to 2012, and was also the eighth chairperson of the African Union from 2010 to 2011.

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Born: 24 February 1934 wd
Place of birth: Thyolo wd
Died: 5 April 2012 wd
Place of death: Lilongwe wd
Citizenship: Malawi wd
Occupation: economist, politician, minister wd
Political party: United Democratic Front wd
Education: University of Delhi, California Miramar University, Delhi School of Economics, Dedza Secondary School wd
Spouse: Callista Chimombo wd

Positions held wd

Chairperson of the African Union (31 January 2010 – 31 January 2011)
President of Malawi (24 May 2004 – 5 April 2012)

Awards wd

Order of the Lion

Questions

When was Bingu wa Mutharika born?: Bingu wa Mutharika was born on 24 February 1934 in Thyolo.
What positions has Bingu wa Mutharika held?: Positions held by Bingu wa Mutharika include: Chairperson of the African Union (2010–2011); President of Malawi (2004–2012).
Where did Bingu wa Mutharika study?: Bingu wa Mutharika was educated at University of Delhi, California Miramar University, Delhi School of Economics, Dedza Secondary School.

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