When was Seretse Khama born?

Seretse Khama was born on 1 July 1921 in Serowe.

What positions has Seretse Khama held?

Positions held by Seretse Khama include: President of Botswana (1966–1980); Prime Minister of Botswana (1965–1966).

Where did Seretse Khama study?

Seretse Khama was educated at University of Fort Hare, Balliol College, Tiger Kloof Educational Institute, Lovedale.

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Seretse Khama

First President of Botswana (1921–1980)

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Sir Seretse Goitsebeng Maphiri Khama, GCB, KBE was a Motswana politician who served as the first President of Botswana, a post he held from 1966 to his death in 1980.

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Born: 1 July 1921 wd
Place of birth: Serowe wd
Died: 13 July 1980 wd
Place of death: Gaborone wd
Citizenship: Botswana, Bechuanaland Protectorate wd
Occupation: politician, lawyer, freedom fighter wd
Political party: Botswana Democratic Party wd
Education: University of Fort Hare, Balliol College, Tiger Kloof Educational Institute, Lovedale, University of the Witwatersrand, Adams College wd
Spouse: Ruth Williams Khama wd

Positions held wd

President of Botswana (30 September 1966 – 13 July 1980)
Prime Minister of Botswana (3 March 1965 – 30 September 1966)

Awards wd

Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Nansen Refugee Award (1978)
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath

Questions

When was Seretse Khama born?: Seretse Khama was born on 1 July 1921 in Serowe.
What positions has Seretse Khama held?: Positions held by Seretse Khama include: President of Botswana (1966–1980); Prime Minister of Botswana (1965–1966).
Where did Seretse Khama study?: Seretse Khama was educated at University of Fort Hare, Balliol College, Tiger Kloof Educational Institute, Lovedale.

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