Jomo Kenyatta
Jomo Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya and a key figure in the country's struggle for independence from British colonial rule. Born in 1897, he became a prominent leader of the Kenyan nationalist movement and played a crucial role in the formation of the Kenya African National Union (KANU). Kenyatta served as Prime Minister from 1963 to 1964 and then as President until his death in 1978, during which he focused on nation-building and economic development.
Born on Oct 20, 1897 (127 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Kenya | 8 | 5.75 | 0.61% | +60% | 53,771,296 | 528,221 | $106,000 | 1,041$ |
| Totals | 8 | 53,771,296 | 528,221 | $106,000 | 1,041$ |
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Kenya:
In gone times, Jomo Kenyatta consciously marginalised Luo Nyanza, because of his fallout with Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.
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Kenya:
Jomo Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and is accused of repressing ex-Mau Mau fighters during his regime.
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Kenya:
Jomo Kenyatta's charisma and courage are noted as qualities that have influenced the current leadership.
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Kenya:
Jomo Kenyatta's charisma and courage are noted as part of the legacy of previous Heads of State.
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Kenya:
He has used his past aggression not to burn bridges, but to build new ones, stating that 'Jomo Kenyatta came, Daniel Moi came, Mwai Kibaki came, Uhuru Kenyatta came and they all left.'
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Kenya:
He gave Okello six hours to leave Kenya.
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Kenya:
Mudavadi noted that previous governments since independence in 1964, including those of the late President Jomo Kenyatta, have similarly engaged US and UK lobbyists to advance national priorities.
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Kenya:
Jomo Kenyatta was the founding father of Kenya and the first President of the country.
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Kenya:
President Jomo Kenyatta reminded us as much, every so often.
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Jamaica:
Jomo Kenyatta was a leader in Kenya whose struggles for independence were influenced by Garvey.
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