Leabua Jonathan
Prime Minister of Lesotho
Born
October 30th, 1914
110 years ago
Died
April 5th, 1987
37 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Lesotho
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Served as the 2nd Prime Minister of Lesotho from 1965 to 1986. Played a significant role in the country's early political landscape, leading the Basotho National Party. Oversaw the country's policies during a time of political instability and was instrumental in establishing the framework for Lesotho's governance. After being ousted in a 1986 coup, faced exile until returning in the early 1990s.
Served as Prime Minister from 1965 to 1986
Led the Basotho National Party
Involved in establishing Lesotho's governance framework
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