Jan Smuts
Jan Smuts was a significant political figure in South Africa's history, serving as Prime Minister and a key architect of the country's early 20th-century policies. He played a pivotal role in the classification of cannabis as a controlled substance during the Geneva Opium Convention in 1925.
Born on May 24, 1870 (155 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 2 | 4.00 | 0.80% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 476,375 | $350,000 | 2,811$ |
| Totals | 2 | 59,308,690 | 476,375 | $350,000 | 2,811$ |
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South Africa:
Jan Smuts was a prime minister of South Africa whose approach to economic development offers lessons for today’s policymakers.
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South Africa:
Jan Smuts was a leading sponsor at the League of Nations, placing cannabis in the same category as cocaine.
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