Halaevalu Mataʻaho ʻAhomeʻe

Queen Consort of Tonga

Halaevalu Mataʻaho ʻAhomeʻe - Queen Consort of Tonga
Born

May 29th, 1926
98 years ago

Died

2017
8 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Tonga

Links & References

Born in 1926, served as the Queen Consort of Tonga. Played a significant role in various social initiatives and cultural preservation throughout her husband's reign. Provided support to the education sector and the arts in Tonga, promoting traditional practices and values. Engaged in charitable work and community development, contributing to the well-being of the Tongan people. Renowned for her dedication to the welfare of her country and representation of Tongan heritage.

Served as Queen Consort of Tonga

Supported education and cultural preservation

Engaged in charitable work

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