João Lourenço
Profile
João Lourenço is an Angolan politician, military officer, and historian who has served as the President of Angola since 2017. A long-time member of the People's Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA), he previously held significant roles including Minister of Defense and First Vice-President of the National Assembly. His presidency has been characterized by a focus on anti-corruption reforms, the liberalization of the national economy, and efforts toward regional diplomatic mediation, including his role as President of the African Union for 2025–2026.
Details
- Born
- 1954-03-05 · 72 years old
- Birth place
- Lobito, Angola
- Education
- V. I. Lenin Political-Military Academy (Soviet Union)
- Career
- Military officer, historian
