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Jomo Kenyatta, (born c. 1894, Ichaweri, British East Africa—died Aug. 22, 1978, Mombasa, Kenya), First prime minister (1963–64) and then president (1964–78) of independent Kenya. Of Kikuyu descent, Kenyatta left the East African highlands c. 1920 to become a civil servant and political activist in Nairobi.
Jun 8, 2018 · Jomo Kenyatta (1891-1978) was a Kenyan statesman and the dominant figure in the development of African nationalism in East Africa. His long career in public life made him the undisputed leader of the African people of Kenya in their struggle for independence.
Kenyatta stepped down at the end of his term on September 13, 2022. Amy McKenna. Jomo Kenyatta - Kenyan Leader, Father of Nation, Independence Activist: Kenyatta returned to Kenya in September 1946 to take up leadership of the newly formed Kenya African Union, of which he was elected president in June 1947.
Although the post of President of Kenya was due to be elected at the same time as the National Assembly, Jomo Kenyatta was the sole candidate and was automatically elected without a vote being held. He died on 22 August 1978 while still in office and was succeeded by Daniel arap Moi .
Jomo Kenyatta CGH ( c. 1897 – 22 August 1978) was a Kenyan anti- colonial activist and politician who governed Kenya as its Prime Minister from 1963 to 1964 and then as its first President from 1964 to his death in 1978.
Mar 17, 2023 · Mzee Jomo Kenyatta was a visionary leader who played a significant role in shaping Kenya’s history and identity. He was a Kenyan anti-colonial activist, politician, and the first President of Kenya.
Jomo Kenyatta pron. (20 October 1893 – 22 August 1978) was a Kenyan politician. He was the leader of Kenya from independence in 1963 to his death in 1978. He served first as Prime Minister (1963–64) and then as President (1964–78). He is considered the founding father of the Kenyan nation.
