Jean-Baptiste Bagaza Net Worth

Military Coup Leader

Leads a military coup, overthrowing Michel Micombero and seizing power.

President of Burundi

Becomes President of Burundi, ruling as a military dictator.

Overthrown in Coup

Overthrown in a military coup led by Major Pierre Buyoya, ending his presidency.

Returns from Exile

Returns to Burundi from exile, attempting to re-enter politics.

Dies at 69

Bagaza dies in Brussels, his political career effectively over.

Authoritarian Legacy

Bagaza is remembered for his authoritarian rule. His net worth at the time of his death, and now, remains around $1 million.