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Herbert Chitepo

Zimbabwean politician (1923-1975)

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Herbert Wiltshire Pfumaindini Chitepo was a Zimbabwean lawyer, politician, and nationalist leader who led the Zimbabwe African National Union (ZANU) until his assassination in 1975.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Watsomba wd
Died
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Place of death
Lusaka wd
Citizenship
Zimbabwe, Rhodesia wd
Occupation
politician, lawyer, author, research assistant, advocate, Director of Public Prosecutions wd
Political party
Zimbabwe African National Union, Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front wd
Education
SOAS, University of London, University of Fort Hare, Adams College, King's College London, Inns of Court, St Augustine's School wd
Spouse
Victoria Chitepo wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Zimbabwe
  • board member

Questions

When was Herbert Chitepo born?
Herbert Chitepo was born on 5 June 1923 in Watsomba.
What positions has Herbert Chitepo held?
Positions held by Herbert Chitepo include: President of Zimbabwe; board member.
Where did Herbert Chitepo study?
Herbert Chitepo was educated at SOAS, University of London, University of Fort Hare, Adams College, King's College London.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Herbert Chitepo · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q1608145 · CC0 1.0

Last updated · facts checked 5 November 2026

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