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Hastings Banda

First president of Malawi

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Hastings Kamuzu Banda was a Malawian politician who served as the leader of Malawi from 1964 to 1994. He served as Prime Minister from independence in 1964 to 1966, when Malawi was a Dominion/Commonwealth realm. In 1966, the country became a republic and he became the first president as a result, ruling until his defeat in 1994.

Quick facts

Place of birth
Kasungu wd
Died
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Place of death
Johannesburg wd
Citizenship
Malawi wd
Occupation
politician, diplomat, physician wd
Political party
Malawi Congress Party wd
Education
University of Edinburgh, Central State University, University of Chicago, Meharry Medical College, Wilberforce University wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Malawi (6 July 1966 – 24 May 1994)
  • Prime Minister of Malawi (6 July 1964 – 6 July 1966)

Awards wd

  • Order of the Lion

Questions

What positions has Hastings Banda held?
Positions held by Hastings Banda include: President of Malawi (1966–1994); Prime Minister of Malawi (1964–1966).
Where did Hastings Banda study?
Hastings Banda was educated at University of Edinburgh, Central State University, University of Chicago, Meharry Medical College.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Hastings Banda · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q184945 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Dr HK Banda, first president of Malawi.jpg by National Archives of Malawi (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Last updated · facts checked 6 November 2026

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