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BY Mildred Europa Taylor, 11:35am April 19, 2018,

These outstanding African women were not only First Ladies but mothers of presidents

by Mildred Europa Taylor, 11:35am April 19, 2018,

These outstanding African women were not only First Ladies but mothers of presidents

Patience Dabany — Je Wanda Magazine

Patience Dabany

She served as the First Lady of Gabon for 42 years before President Omar Bongo passed away in 2009 and her son Ali Bongo took over. Now pursuing a career in music, the 74-year-old and her then-husband founded the Gabonese Democratic Party. She was instrumental in promoting the rights of women, organizing charities for children, and other social projects during her tenure as First Lady.

Last Edited by:Ismail Akwei Updated: April 19, 2018

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