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Jomo Kenyatta (born 20 October 1893 in Gatundu, Kiambu) led Kenya to independence and served as the country's first Prime Minister (1963–1964) and first President (1964–1978). Considered the founding father of the nation, he promoted a moderate, pro-Western course, advocated national unity under the Harambee slogan and oversaw infrastructure, agricultural and educational development until his death on 22 August 1978 following a stroke.
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Led Kenya's struggle for independence and negotiated the 1963 self-governance agreement
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1st President of Kenya (1964–1978)
Jomo Kenyatta (born 20 October 1893 in Gatundu, Kiambu) led Kenya to independence and served as the country's first Prime Minister (1963–1964) and first President (1964–1978). Considered the founding father of the nation, he promoted a moderate, pro-Western course, advocated national unity under the Harambee slogan and oversaw infrastructure, agricultural and educational development until his death on 22 August 1978 following a stroke.
First Prime Minister and first President of Kenya (1963–1978)
Promoted the Harambee spirit and policies that expanded education and infrastructure
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Clerk and interpreter at Nairobi City Council
President of the Kenya African National Union (KANU) (1960–1978)
Prime Minister of Kenya (1963–1964)
President of Kenya (1964–1978)
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Criticised for consolidating power within the presidency and allegations of corruption and land grabbing during his tenure
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Jomo Kenyatta (born 20 October 1893 in Gatundu, Kiambu) led Kenya to independence and served as the country's first Prime Minister (1963–1964) and first President (1964–1978). Considered the founding father of the nation, he promoted a moderate, pro-Western course, advocated national unity under the Harambee slogan and oversaw infrastructure, agricultural and educational development until his death on 22 August 1978 following a stroke.
Senator for Mombasa County
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