Mwai Kibaki

Kenyan politician and president

Mwai Kibaki - Kenyan politician and president
Born

November 15th, 1931
93 years ago

Died

2022
3 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Kenya

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An economist and politician served as the third President of Kenya from 2002 to 2013. Played a significant role in shaping the country's economic policies and governance during his tenure. Focused on economic growth and infrastructural development while also addressing corruption within the government. Kibaki's leadership aimed to enhance Kenya's position in East Africa.

Served as the third President of Kenya

Implemented economic reforms that spurred growth

Oversaw the introduction of a new constitution in 2010

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