About Joseph Rwegasira
Lived 1935 – 2016 (aged 80). Joseph Rwegasira was a Tanzanian politician and minister.
Joseph Clemence Rwegasira (March 21, 1935 – March 4, 2016) was a Tanzanian politician and diplomat. Rwegasira, a former member of the National Assembly for Nkenge Constituency(1985-1995), served as Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1993 to 1995. He also held the government portfolios of Minister for Trade and Industry(1989-1990) and Minister for Labour and Youth Development at various times during his political career(1990-1993). He was buried in his home village of Bugombe-Kanyigo, Misenyi District, Kagera Region, on March 8, 2016.
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Who was Joseph Rwegasira?
Tanzanian politician (1935-2016)
When was Joseph Rwegasira born?
Joseph Rwegasira was born on 21 March 1935 in Bukoba.
When did Joseph Rwegasira die?
Joseph Rwegasira died on 4 March 2016 in Dar es Salaam.
What was Joseph Rwegasira's occupation?
Joseph Rwegasira was a politician and minister.
What nationality was Joseph Rwegasira?
Joseph Rwegasira was Tanzanian.
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