About Joachim Ruhuna
Lived 1933 – 1996 (aged 62). Joachim Ruhuna was a Burundian catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Joachim Ruhuna (October 27, 1933 – September 9, 1996) was a Burundian Roman Catholic prelate who served as Archbishop of Gitega from 1983 until his murder by a gang of armed men in 1996.
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Who was Joachim Ruhuna?
Catholic bishop in Burundi (1933-1996)
When was Joachim Ruhuna born?
Joachim Ruhuna was born on 27 October 1933 in Commune of Nyabikere.
When did Joachim Ruhuna die?
Joachim Ruhuna died on 9 September 1996 in Gitega.
What was Joachim Ruhuna's occupation?
Joachim Ruhuna was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
What nationality was Joachim Ruhuna?
Joachim Ruhuna was Burundian.
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