Endelkachew Makonnen

ModernPoliticianEthiopia1927 — ?

Last imperial prime minister of Ethiopia.

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Quick Facts

Born

1927

Country

Ethiopia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)39

Political (20%)31

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)31

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score38.5

Endelkachew Makonnen — Complete Timeline

1974 AD

Appointed as Last Imperial Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Emperor Haile Selassie appointed Endelkachew Makonnen as prime minister in February 1974 amid growing protests and military unrest. His government attempted reforms but failed to control the Derg, leading to his resignation in July 1974.

Ethiopian RevolutionImperial GovernmentDerg

Impact: national

Arrested by the DergPolitical Action◆ Major

After the Derg seized power, Endelkachew Makonnen was arrested along with other imperial officials. He was imprisoned without trial, marking the end of his political career and the imperial government.

DergPolitical PrisonerImperial Collapse

Impact: nationaltragic