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Muhammad Yunus

Banker and Economist Muhammad Yunus

Profession: Banker and Economist

Nationality:
Bangladesh
Bangladeshi

Biography: Muhammad Yunus was born in Bangladesh in 1940. After studying economics at Dhaka University, he went on to teach at the same institution.

In 1983, he founded the Grameen Bank, which provides small loans to the poor. The bank has helped millions of people to escape poverty, and Yunus has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work.

Born: June 28, 1940
Birthplace: Chittagong, Bengal Presidency, British India
Age: 84 years old

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Cancer


Historical Events

  • 2006-10-13 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to banker Muhammad Yunus and Grameen Bank for microlending to the poor