Idi Amin Dada

Idi Amin Dada

Learn the details of who he was The Butcher of Africa (1925-2003) and the circumstances of his death: place of death, date of death and cause of death.

Who was the Butcher of Africa?

Idi Amin Dada better known as The Butcher of Africa was born on May 17, 1925 in Koboko, Uganda.

His unfortunate death was the August 16, 2003 (21 years ago) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia by Multiple organ failure at 78 years of age.

Idi Amin was a Ugandan military officer and politician who ruled Uganda as president from 1971 to 1979. During his tenure, his regime was known for its brutality and human rights violations.

Birth

  • Full name: Idi Amin Dada
  • Sobriquet: The Butcher of Africa
  • Date:
  • Place: Koboko, Uganda
  • Zodiac sign: Taurus
  • Gender: Male

Death

  • Date:
  • Place: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
  • Age: 78 years old
  • Time since death: 21 years old
  • Cause: Multiple organ failure