Mathieu Kérékou
Mathieu Kérékou was a significant political figure in Benin, serving as the country's president at various times from the 1970s to the early 2000s. He is known for his role in transitioning Benin to a multi-party democracy in the 1990s and for publicly acknowledging the country's historical involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, including an apology to African Americans during a visit to the United States.
Born on Sep 02, 1933 (92 years old)
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In 1999, then-President Mathieu Kérékou apologized to African Americans during a visit to a church in Baltimore.
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Jamaica:
In 1999, then-President Mathieu Kérékou apologized to African Americans during a visit to a church in Baltimore.
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