Melchior Ndadaye

4th President of Burundi

Melchior Ndadaye - 4th President of Burundi
Born

March 28th, 1953
72 years ago

Died

1993
32 years ago — 40 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Burundi

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Served as the 4th President of Burundi from June 1993 until his assassination in October 1993. Played a significant role in Burundi's transition to democracy after years of authoritarian rule. Instituted reforms aimed at reconciling the ethnic divisions within the country. His presidency marked a crucial moment in Burundian history, as it represented a shift towards free elections and political pluralism.

First democratically elected president of Burundi

Promoted ethnic reconciliation initiatives

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