Ahmed Sékou Touré, Former Guinean President, Dies at 62
Political Leader and African Statesman
Fought for Guinea's Independence
Ahmed Sékou Touré, the first president of Guinea and a prominent figure in African politics, died on March 26, 1984, at the age of 62. Touré was born on January 9, 1922, in Faranah, French Guinea (now Guinea). A passionate advocate for independence, he played a pivotal role in Guinea's fight against French colonial rule, eventually leading the country to independence in 1958.
As president, Touré adopted a socialist ideology and pursued policies aimed at nationalizing industries and improving education and healthcare. He also maintained close ties with other socialist leaders, such as Fidel Castro of Cuba and Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana. However, his rule became increasingly authoritarian, and he was accused of human rights violations and suppressing political dissent.
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