When was Joaquim Chissano born?

Joaquim Chissano was born on 22 October 1939 in Gaza Province.

What positions has Joaquim Chissano held?

Positions held by Joaquim Chissano include: Chairperson of the African Union (2003–2004); President of Mozambique (1986–2005); Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mozambique (1975–1987); Prime Minister of Mozambique (1974–1975).

Where did Joaquim Chissano study?

Joaquim Chissano was educated at University of Lisbon.

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Joaquim Chissano

2nd President of Mozambique

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Joaquim Alberto Chissano is a Mozambican politician who served as the second President of Mozambique, from 1986 to 2005. He is credited with transforming the war-torn country of Mozambique into an African democracy. After his presidency, Chissano became an elder statesman, envoy and diplomat for both his home country and the United Nations. Chissano also served as Chairperson of the African Union from 2003 to 2004.

Quick facts

Born: 22 October 1939 wd
Place of birth: Gaza Province wd
Citizenship: Mozambique wd
Occupation: politician, minister wd
Political party: FRELIMO wd
Education: University of Lisbon wd
Spouse: Marcelina Chissano wd

Positions held wd

Chairperson of the African Union (10 July 2003 – 6 July 2004)
President of Mozambique (6 November 1986 – 2 February 2005)
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mozambique (1975–1987)
Prime Minister of Mozambique (20 September 1974 – 25 June 1975)

Awards wd

Mo Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership (2007)
Chatham House Prize (2006)
North–South Prize (2015)
National Order of Merit
Order of Agostinho Neto
Grand Cross of the Order of Prince Henry (1984)
Grand Collar of the Military Order of Saint James of the Sword (1997)
Grand Collar of the Order of Prince Henry (1990)
Grand Collar of the Order of Liberty
Order of Eduardo Mondlane, 1st class (1985)
Military Order of Saint James of the Sword
Order of Prince Henry
Order of Liberty
Order of Saint Michael and Saint George
Order of Good Hope

Questions

When was Joaquim Chissano born?: Joaquim Chissano was born on 22 October 1939 in Gaza Province.
What positions has Joaquim Chissano held?: Positions held by Joaquim Chissano include: Chairperson of the African Union (2003–2004); President of Mozambique (1986–2005); Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mozambique (1975–1987); Prime Minister of Mozambique (1974–1975).
Where did Joaquim Chissano study?: Joaquim Chissano was educated at University of Lisbon.

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