Books The Untold Biography Of THABO MVUYELWA MBEKI By BEST SELLING AUTHOR Peter Clarke

• Early Life and Background: Born June 18, 1942, in Idutywa, Transkei, South Africa, to politically active parents, with early exposure to the African National Congress (ANC) ideals and activism.
• Exile and Education: Leaving South Africa in 1962 to study economics at the University of Sussex in England and spending decades in exile engaging in the anti-apartheid struggle with the ANC abroad.
• ANC Leadership: Key roles in ANC's information and diplomatic efforts, close association with Oliver Tambo, and participation in the international anti-apartheid campaign.
• Return to South Africa and Government Role: Serving as Nelson Mandela’s deputy president from 1994 to 1999 after the first democratic election, helping to shape the new democratic government.
• Presidency (1999–2008): Policies on economic growth, Black Economic Empowerment, efforts to establish South Africa as a regional leader, the African Renaissance concept, and development initiatives like the New Partnership for African Development (NEPAD).
• International Relations: Building ties with BRIC countries and chairing the African Union from 2002 to 2003.
• Controversies and Challenges: Handling of the HIV/AIDS crisis, internal ANC politics, and challenges that led to his resignation in 2008.
• Legacy and Influence: Post-presidency work through the Thabo Mbeki Foundation focusing on leadership development and commentary on African socio-political issues.

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