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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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Cameroon | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 26,545,863 | 22,140 | $39,000 | 33$ |
| Totals | 1 | 26,545,863 | 22,140 | $39,000 | 33$ |
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Cameroon:
Abdoulaye Bio Tchané served as Minister of Economy and Finance under President Mathieu Kérékou.
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United States:
Mathieu Kérékou ruled Benin for two decades following its independence.
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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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Jamaica:
In 1999, then-President Mathieu Kérékou apologized to African Americans during a visit to a church in Baltimore.
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