Peter Simako Otlaadisang Mmusi (born 16 May 1929,[1] died October 1994)[2] was the Vice-President of Botswana from 3 January 1983 until 1992. He also served as the Minister of Finance from 1980 to 1989,[3] and as the Minister of Local Government and Lands.[1] He was born in Mmankgodi in the Kweneng District.
Peter Simako Otlaadisang Mmusi | |
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3rd Vice-President of Botswana | |
In office 1983–1992 | |
Preceded by | Lenyeletse Seretse |
Succeeded by | Festus Mogae |
Minister of Finance | |
In office 1980–1989 | |
Preceded by | Quett Masire |
Succeeded by | Festus Mogae |
Personal details | |
Born | Mmankgodi, Bechuanaland Protectorate (now Botswana) | May 16, 1929
Died | October 1, 1994 | (aged 65)
Nationality | Motswana |
Residence | Gaborone |
He resigned following a Presidential Commission which identified him as taking part in illegal land dealings outside Gaborone.[4]
References
edit- ^ a b "Botswana...: An Official Handbook". 1991.
- ^ Banks, William C.; Muller, T.; Overstreet, W. (19 December 2005). Political Handbook of theWorld 2005-2006. CQ Press. ISBN 9781568029528 – via Google Books.
- ^ "About Us - Ministry of Finance".
- ^ Cracks in the wall New African, July/August 2000