Modibo Keita (born 1942) facts for kids
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Modibo Keita
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| 8th Prime Minister of Mali | |
| In office 9 January 2015 – 9 April 2017 |
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| President | Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta |
| Preceded by | Moussa Mara |
| Succeeded by | Abdoulaye Idrissa Maïga |
| In office 18 March 2002 – 9 June 2002 |
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| President | Alpha Oumar Konaré |
| Preceded by | Mandé Sidibé |
| Succeeded by | Ahmed Mohamed ag Hamani |
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| Born | 31 July 1942 Koulikoro, French Sudan (now Mali) |
| Died | 2 January 2021 (aged 78) Bamako, Mali |
| Political party | Alliance for Democracy |
Modibo Keita (born July 31, 1942 – died January 2, 2021) was an important politician from the country of Mali. He served twice as the Prime Minister of Mali. A Prime Minister is like a head of government, helping to lead the country.
His first time as Prime Minister was for a short period in 2002. He served again from 2015 to 2017.
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Who Was Modibo Keita?
Modibo Keita was a key figure in Malian politics. He worked to help his country in different roles. He was known for his calm approach to challenges.
Early Life and Family Connections
Modibo Keita was born in 1942 in a place called Koulikoro. At that time, it was part of French Sudan. Today, it is part of Mali. He was related to important people in Mali's history. One relative was President Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta. He was also a descendant of the Keita princes. These princes were rulers of the ancient Empire of Mali. This empire was very powerful a long time ago.
Becoming Prime Minister
In 2002, Modibo Keita became Prime Minister for the first time. He was chosen by President Alpha Oumar Konaré. This first term lasted less than three months. He was the last Prime Minister appointed by President Konaré.
Years later, in 2014, President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita asked Modibo Keita for help. He became the President's main representative. His job was to talk with rebel groups. These talks were important for peace in Mali.
Because of his good work, President Keita chose him again. On January 8, 2015, Modibo Keita became Prime Minister for the second time. He took over from Moussa Mara.
His Time as Leader
During his second term, Modibo Keita worked hard for Mali. He faced many challenges. He tried to bring stability and progress to the country. He served as Prime Minister for over two years. On April 7, 2017, he decided to resign from his position.
Later Life and Legacy
Modibo Keita passed away on January 2, 2021. He was 78 years old. He left behind a legacy of public service. He was a leader who worked for his country. His efforts helped shape Mali's path during his time in office.
See also
In Spanish: Modibo Keita (1942-2021) para niños
