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Kebby Musokotwane

Zambian Prime Minister (1946-1996)

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Kebby Sililo Kambu Musokotwane was a politician from Zambia. He was a member of the United National Independence Party and one of the closest allies of former President Kenneth Kaunda. He was Minister of Finance from 1981 to 1982. Musokotwane served as the 5th Prime Minister of Zambia from 24 April 1985 until 15 March 1989. He then became secretary-general of the UNIP. When Kaunda stepped down as President of the party in 1992, following the party's election defeat in 1991, Musokotwane was elected President of the party, with Kaunda's support. In 1993 he was embroiled in scandal when he admitted that a radical faction of the party was conspiring to topple the new government of Frederick Chiluba. He died on 11 February 1996 at the age of 49.

Quick facts

Born
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Died
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Place of death
Lusaka wd
Citizenship
Zambia wd
Occupation
politician, minister wd
Political party
United National Independence Party wd
Education
University of Zambia wd

Positions held wd

  • Prime Minister of Zambia (24 April 1985 – 15 March 1989)
  • Member of the National Assembly of Zambia

Questions

When was Kebby Musokotwane born?
Kebby Musokotwane was born on 5 May 1946.
What positions has Kebby Musokotwane held?
Positions held by Kebby Musokotwane include: Prime Minister of Zambia (1985–1989); Member of the National Assembly of Zambia.
Where did Kebby Musokotwane study?
Kebby Musokotwane was educated at University of Zambia.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Kebby Musokotwane · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q716006 · CC0 1.0

Last updated · facts checked 9 November 2026

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