Major General Mamadu Ture Kuruma was a prominent military figure and political leader in Guinea-Bissau. Born in 1947, he rose to national prominence in the country’s military and political spheres. In April 2012, Kuruma became the Chairman of the Military Command following a coup that ousted the acting president, Raimundo Pereira. This marked the peak of his political career, although his tenure was very brief. As part of the military junta, Kuruma's rule lasted only a month, from April 12 to May 11, 2012. His rise to power was marked by the instability in the country, which had been enduring a long period of political chaos.

The coup that brought him into power was part of a broader history of military interventions in Guinea-Bissau, a country plagued by repeated coups and political crises. Kuruma’s leadership was recognized as one that sought to stabilize the country amidst rising tensions between military factions and the civilian government. His time in power was not widely regarded as having made a significant positive impact, and his role was soon overshadowed by further instability.

Kuruma's administration faced widespread condemnation both domestically and internationally. As the head of the military junta, he struggled with the pressures of international calls for the restoration of civilian rule. His leadership was viewed as another setback in Guinea-Bissau's ongoing political struggles. On May 11, 2012, Kuruma was replaced by an interim leader, Manuel Serifo Nhamadjo, signaling the end of his short-lived military government.

Despite his brief time in power, Mamadu Ture Kuruma remains a notable figure in the tumultuous political history of Guinea-Bissau, where military power frequently clashed with civilian governance. His actions during his tenure reflect the ongoing volatility of Guinea-Bissau's political landscape, which continues to face challenges related to governance and military interference.

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