Politics & Government

Michel Micombero Overthrows Burundian Monarchy

Michel Micombero staged a coup in Burundi, ending the monarchy and declaring himself the first president. The coup was swift and strategically executed, targeting the royal family and the military. Micombero, a military officer, took advantage of increasing discontent against the Tutsi monarchy amidst ethnic tensions. The event marked the beginning of a new political era in Burundi, significantly altering its governance structure.

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