Armando Guebuza facts for kids
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Armando Guebuza
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Guebuza in 2012
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| 3rd President of Mozambique | |
| In office 2 February 2005 – 15 January 2015 |
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| Prime Minister | Luisa Diogo Aires Ali Alberto Vaquina |
| Preceded by | Joaquim Chissano |
| Succeeded by | Filipe Nyusi |
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| Born | 20 January 1943 Murrupula, Nampula Portuguese Mozambique, (now Mozambique) |
| Political party | FRELIMO |
| Spouse | Maria da Luz Guebuza |
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Valentina (deceased) Armando Ndambi Norah Mussumbuluko |
| Nickname(s) | Four by Four Mr Guebusiness |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | FRELIMO |
| Branch/service | Paramilitary wing |
| Rank | General |
| Battles/wars | Mozambican War of Independence |
Armando Emílio Guebuza, born on January 20, 1943, is a Mozambican politician. He served as the third President of Mozambique from 2005 to 2015.
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Armando Guebuza's Early Life and Rise
Armando Guebuza was born in Murrupula, a place in Nampula Province, Mozambique. When he was 20, he joined a group called the Mozambique Liberation Front (FRELIMO). This group was fighting for Mozambique's freedom from Portugal.
By 1975, when Mozambique became independent, Guebuza had become a very important leader and general in FRELIMO. He then became the interior minister in the government led by Samora Machel. During this time, he issued an order for many Portuguese residents to leave the country quickly.
In the 1980s, Guebuza started a program called "Operation Production." This program moved people who did not have jobs in cities to rural areas in the northern part of the country.
After President Machel's Death
After President Machel died in a plane crash in 1986, Guebuza was part of a group of 10 leaders. This group briefly acted as the country's head of state. He also helped investigate the plane crash, but they could not find a clear reason for it.
Guebuza was important in the peace talks with the RENAMO group. These talks led to the Rome General Peace Accords, signed in Rome in 1992. He helped make sure the peace agreement was followed.
A New Path and Becoming a Businessman
Later, President Joaquim Chissano changed Mozambique's economic policies. The government started selling state-owned companies to private owners. During this time, Guebuza became a successful and wealthy businessman. He worked in areas like construction, exports, and fishing.
In 2002, FRELIMO chose him as their candidate for president. He also became the Secretary General of the party that same year.
Becoming President of Mozambique
Armando Guebuza was the FRELIMO candidate for the presidential elections in December 2004. He won with 63.7% of the votes. He officially became the President of Mozambique on February 2, 2005.
He was re-elected for a second five-year term on October 28, 2009. Guebuza was the first president of Mozambique to start his term with a non-socialist plan for the country.
Some people watching the elections thought they could have been fairer. They pointed out problems that seemed to help the ruling party, FRELIMO.
Personal Life and Interests
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Armando Guebuza is known as one of the wealthiest people in Mozambique. Because of his business interests, some people gave him the nickname Mr Gue-Business. He was a part-owner of Laurentina, which was the first brewery in Mozambique. He also owned a large share in Nosso Banco, a bank.
Places Named After Him
- Armando Emilio Guebuza Bridge: This bridge crosses the Zambezi River near Caia. It is about 2.3 kilometers long.
See also
In Spanish: Armando Guebuza para niños
