About Amir Abedi
Lived 1924 – 1964 (aged 39–40). Amir Abedi was a Tanzanian politician and diplomat, known for Africa.
Sheikh K. A. Amir Abedi (1924–1964) was the first African mayor of Dar es Salaam.
He served as a Minister of Justice and as Minister of Education and Culture, as well as led the Tanganyikan delegation to the Eighteenth Session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Death Abedi was also a skilled and prominent poet of the Swahili language and also a strong promoter of the Swahili language. He died of food poisoning in 1964 at the age of 40.
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Who was Amir Abedi?
Mayor of Dar es Salaam
When was Amir Abedi born?
Amir Abedi was born in 1924.
When did Amir Abedi die?
Amir Abedi died in 1964.
What was Amir Abedi's occupation?
Amir Abedi was a politician and diplomat.
What was Amir Abedi known for?
Amir Abedi was known for Africa.
What nationality was Amir Abedi?
Amir Abedi was Tanzanian.
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