not Coard nor any other individual who held de facto or de jure power in this period. Rhodesia (1965–1970) Ian Smith was Prime Minister of Rhodesia following a unilateral declaration of independence on 11 November 1965. Though Rhodesia considered Elizabeth II as Queen of Rhodesia, this title was not accepted by her. Acting in his vice-regal capacity under direction from the UK government, Governor of Southern Rhodesia Humphrey Gibbs dismissed the prime minister and his government but this action was ignored by Smith. The state remained unrecognised by Britain and the international community. Following a referendum, Rhodesia declared itself a republic on 2 March 1970. Smith remained in office throughout this period. See also Constitutional monarchy List of Commonwealth heads of government Notes The occurrence of some anomalous cases means there is a small degree of ambiguity to this figure. After Christie suffered a stroke Cynthia A. Pratt served as acting Prime Minister from 4 May to 22 June 2005. Due to the Sandline affair, Chan resigned as Prime Minister on 27 March 1997 and Giheno took over as acting Prime Minister. He regained the position on 2 June 1997, shortly before being ousted in a general election. For two periods in this term of Somare's premiership Sam Abal was acting Prime Minister. See 2011–12 Papua New Guinean constitutional crisis for details on the dispute between Somare and O'Neill as to legitimately held the position of Prime Minister in this time. This period of ambiguity spans the time between the later-disputed dismissal of Somare from office and the implementation of the results of the 2012 general election. Tuilimu served as acting prime minister following the death of Ionatana. Telavi was removed from office on 1 August 2013. Sopoaga briefly served as Acting Prime Minister before being sworn in as Prime Minister on 5 August 2013 A constitutional change ended Elizabeth II's reign in Uganda on 9 October 1963 though Uganda did not formally use the term "Republic" until 1966. References External links CIA list of world leaders (current and monthly historical archive: 2001–present) World Statesmen.org (directory of leaders) Rulers.org (directory of leaders) The queen and her 15 prime ministers British Empire-related lists Commonwealth of Nations Commonwealth realms Elizabeth II-related lists Elizabeth II