Jose Mario Vaz

ModernPoliticianGuinea-Bissau1957 — ?

Finance technician turned Guinea-Bissau president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1957

Country

Guinea-Bissau

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)25

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)35

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score38.7

Jose Mario Vaz — Complete Timeline

2014 AD

Election as President of Guinea-BissauPolitical Action◆ Major

José Mário Vaz won the presidential election in Guinea-Bissau, succeeding a transitional government after a 2012 coup. His victory was seen as a step toward stability, but his tenure was marked by political infighting and economic challenges.

ElectionPresidencyGuinea-Bissau

Impact: national

2015 AD

Dismissal of Prime Minister Domingos Simões PereiraPolitical Action◆ Major

Vaz dismissed Prime Minister Domingos Sim

Political CrisisDismissalPAIGC

Impact: nationaldestructive

2019 AD

Failure to Secure Re-electionPolitical Action

Vaz ran for re-election but was defeated in the first round, finishing third. His loss reflected public dissatisfaction with his handling of the economy and political instability, ending his presidency after one term.

ElectionDefeatGuinea-Bissau

Impact: national