Canaan Banana
Zimbabwean politician, 1st President
Born
March 5th, 1936
89 years ago
Died
November 10th, 2003
21 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Zimbabwe
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Served as the first President of Zimbabwe from 1980 to 1987. After independence from British colonial rule, held various leadership roles within the Zimbabwe African National Union. Contributed to the establishment of a new governmental framework in an emerging nation. Actively engaged in addressing national challenges and promoting unity post-independence. Continued to influence Zimbabwean politics through involvement in various capacities after presidency.
Served as the first President of Zimbabwe
Held leadership roles in the Zimbabwe African National Union
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