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Rashidi Kawawa was born in Matepwende, Tanganyika Territory, on 27 May 1926. He was educated at the University of Dar es Salaam, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and History. He then went on to pursue a Master of Arts degree in International Relations at the University of London. Kawawa began his political career in the Tanganyika African National Union (TANU) in the 1950s. He was elected to the Legislative Council in 1961 and was appointed Minister of Education in 1962. He was appointed Minister of Home Affairs in 1964 and Minister of Foreign Affairs in 1965. In 1967, he was appointed Prime Minister of Tanganyika, a position he held until 1972. Kawawa was appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs in the United Republic of Tanzania in 1972 and held the position until 1977. He was then appointed Minister of Home Affairs in 1977 and held the position until 1980. He was appointed Minister of Education in 1980 and held the position until 1985. Kawawa was awarded the Order of the Golden Heart of Tanzania in 1985. He was also awarded the Order of the Star of Tanzania in 1988. Rashidi Kawawa is 83 years old and has a net worth of $1 million. He has earned his wealth through his career in politics and his various ministerial positions. He is currently retired and living in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

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Age 83 years old
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Born 27 May, 1926
Birthday 27 May
Birthplace Matepwende, Ruvuma Region, Tanganyika Territory
Date of death (2009-12-31)
Died Place Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Nationality Tanzania

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Rashidi Kawawa Height, Weight & Measurements

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Who Is Rashidi Kawawa's Wife?

His wife is Sofia Kawawa (m. 1951) Asia Kawawa

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Wife Sofia Kawawa (m. 1951) Asia Kawawa
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Children Rehema, Hawa, Mfaume, Khadija, Fatima, Farida, Rashidi, Sophia, Vita Kawawa, Zalia, Zamaradi, Mariam, Habiba, Zainabu, Abdallah, Ema, Asha

Rashidi Kawawa Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Rashidi Kawawa worth at the age of 83 years old? Rashidi Kawawa’s income source is mostly from being a successful Minister. He is from Tanzania. We have estimated Rashidi Kawawa's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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2009

Kawawa died on 31 December 2009 in Dar es Salaam at the age of 83.

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Rashidi Mfaume Kawawa (27 May 1926 – 31 December 2009) was the Prime Minister of Tanganyika in 1962 and of Tanzania in 1972 to 1977. He was the effective ruler of the country from January to December 1962 while Julius Nyerere toured the countryside. Kawawa was a strong advocate of economic statism. He later served as Defense Minister from 1977 to 1980.