Moussa Traoré

Malian General and 2nd President of Mali

Moussa Traoré - Leaders & Politicians born September 25th, 1936
Born
Died

2020
5 years ago — 84 years old

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Leaders & Politicians

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Mali

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Served as a military officer and became the second president of Mali from 1968 to 1991. Assumed power through a coup, establishing a single-party state under the Movement of Democratic Forces, which later allowed for limited political pluralism. Oversaw periods of economic development and significant unrest. Was ousted from power during a popular uprising in 1991, leading to subsequent democratic reforms in Mali.

Led a coup to gain presidency in 1968

Presided over Mali for 23 years

Implemented a single-party political system

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