When was Jomo Kenyatta born?

Jomo Kenyatta was born on 20 October 1893 in Gatundu.

What positions has Jomo Kenyatta held?

Positions held by Jomo Kenyatta include: President of Kenya (1964–1978); Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kenya (1963–1964); Prime Minister of Kenya.

Where did Jomo Kenyatta study?

Jomo Kenyatta was educated at London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, International People's College.

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Jomo Kenyatta

First Prime Minister (1963 to 1964) and President (1964 to 1978) of self-governing Kenya

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Jomo Kenyatta was a Kenyan anti-colonial activist and politician who governed Kenya as its Prime Minister from 1963 to 1964 and then as its first President from 1964 to his death in 1978. He played a significant role in the transformation of Kenya from a colony of the British Empire into an independent republic. Ideologically an African nationalist and a conservative, he led the Kenya African National Union (KANU) party from 1961 until his death.

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Born: 20 October 1893 wd
Place of birth: Gatundu wd
Died: 22 August 1978 wd
Place of death: Mombasa wd
Citizenship: Kenya wd
Occupation: journalist, politician wd
Political party: Kenya African National Union wd
Education: London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, International People's College wd
Spouse: Grace Wahu, Ngina Kenyatta wd

Positions held wd

President of Kenya (12 December 1964 – 22 August 1978)
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kenya (1963–1964)
Prime Minister of Kenya

Awards wd

Order of Merit for National Foundation

Questions

When was Jomo Kenyatta born?: Jomo Kenyatta was born on 20 October 1893 in Gatundu.
What positions has Jomo Kenyatta held?: Positions held by Jomo Kenyatta include: President of Kenya (1964–1978); Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kenya (1963–1964); Prime Minister of Kenya.
Where did Jomo Kenyatta study?: Jomo Kenyatta was educated at London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, International People's College.

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