Sir Seretse Khama, KBE (July 1, 1921 – July 13, 1980) was a Botswana statesman from Botswana. He founded the Botswana Democratic Party in 1962. He became Prime Minister in 1965. In 1966, Botswana gained independence and Khama became its first president. During his presidency, the country underwent rapid economic and social progress.[1]
Sir Seretse Khama | |
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| 1st President of Botswana | |
| In office 30 September 1966 – 13 July 1980 | |
| Vice President | Quett Masire |
| Succeeded by | Quett Masire |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1 July 1921 Serowe, Bechuanaland |
| Died | 13 July 1980 (aged 59) Gaborone, Botswana |
| Nationality | Motswana |
| Political party | Botswana Democratic Party |
| Spouse(s) | Ruth Williams Khama |
| Children | 4
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| Alma mater | University of Fort Hare Balliol College, Oxford |
| Profession | Barrister |
Khama died of pancreatic cancer in Gaborone, Botswana, aged 59. His son, Ian Khama, is the current President of Botswana.
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