Joko Widodo was born on June 21, 1961, in Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia.

Joko Widodo graduated from Gadjah Mada University in 1985 with a degree in forestry engineering.

Jokowi married his wife Iriana on 24 December 1986.

By 2002, Joko Widodo had become a highly successful furniture exporter and chairman of a local branch of the country's influential furniture manufacturers' association.

Since 2004, the president and vice president of Indonesia are directly elected to a five-year term, once renewable, allowing for a maximum of 10 years in office.

In 2005, Joko Widodo, also known as Jokowi, was elected as the mayor of Surakarta. This marked the beginning of his political career, where he gained national prominence for his innovative governance.

In 2008, Joko Widodo was recognized by Tempo as one of the top 10 Indonesian mayors for his notable performance.

In 2010, Jokowi was re-elected as mayor of Surakarta for a second term with a significant majority of 90.09% of the vote.

Jokowi initiated the 'Smart Jakarta Card' to assist underprivileged students by providing them with an allowance that can be used for purchasing school necessities like books and uniforms.

On 2 November 2013, while serving as the Governor of Jakarta, Jokowi was seen at the rock festival Rock in Solo.

On 16 November 2013, Jokowi attained the first degree pendekar warga rank in the Setia Hati Terate style of silat.

The 3rd Indonesian presidential election held on July 9, 2014, saw Joko Widodo, the governor of Jakarta, defeating Prabowo Subianto to become the President of Indonesia. This election marked a continuation of Indonesia's democratic process.

On July 22, 2014, the General Elections Commission (KPU) officially declared Joko Widodo as the winner of the 2014 presidential election, defeating Prabowo by 53.15% to 46.85%. Prabowo withdrew from the process before the official statement, citing massive cheating.

Joko Widodo, also known as Jokowi, became the President of Indonesia on October 19, 2014. He is the first President in Indonesian history who does not come from a politically elite or military background.

Joko Widodo, also known as Jokowi, was elected as the President of Indonesia after winning the presidential election in 2014. He defeated his opponent Prabowo Subianto and was inaugurated on October 20, 2014. Since taking office, he has focused on economic growth, infrastructure development, healthcare, and education.

Jokowi announced the 34 names in his cabinet, which included the first female foreign minister of Indonesia, Retno Marsudi, and faced criticism for perceived political inclusions.

Jokowi implemented measures to reduce fuel subsidies in Indonesia, leading to demonstrations but citing the necessity to increase funding for infrastructure, education, and health sectors.

During a PDI-P Congress, Megawati Sukarnoputri referred to Jokowi as a functionary and emphasized the party's role in nominating presidential candidates.

Jokowi's administration focused on significant infrastructure development projects in Indonesia, including road and railway expansion, seaports and airports development, and irrigation.

In November 2017, Danish Prime Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen gifted Jokowi a Metallica Master of Puppets vinyl box set signed by Lars Ulrich.

Jokowi continued the resource nationalism policy by nationalizing assets controlled by multinational companies in Indonesia, such as Freeport McMoRan, TotalEnergies, and Chevron.

The official announcement by the KPU confirmed the victory of the Joko Widodo-Ma'ruf Amin ticket in the 2019 general election, with Jokowi receiving 55.50% of the votes.

In response to post-election riots, Jokowi's administration limited the speed of sharing photos and videos on social media to prevent incitement by fake news and violence calls.

Indonesian President Joko Widodo visited Tanah Tinggi, a lower-income neighborhood in Jakarta, Indonesia. His visit highlighted his background growing up in a riverside slum and showcased his connection to the community.

On 25 August 2019, it was announced that the new capital of Indonesia would be located in Kalimantan, between the regencies of North Penajam Paser and Kutai Kartanegara.

Following his re-election, Jokowi announced his second cabinet, retaining some ministers and including figures like Nadiem Makarim and Prabowo Subianto.

A cabinet reshuffle took place in December 2020, where six ministers were replaced, including two who were apprehended by the KPK.

In the February 14 elections in Indonesia, special forces general Subianto emerged as the frontrunner. Widodo's son, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, who did not meet the age requirement, was allowed to run as his vice-presidential candidate after an exception was made by the Constitutional Court.

Despite warnings of deforestation and protests, construction of Indonesia's new capital, envisioned as a futuristic green city, began. A grand inauguration is planned on Aug. 17, coinciding with Indonesia's Independence Day.

Indonesian President Joko Widodo unveiled a Comprehensive Inspection Train (CIT) unit during his visit at the Jakarta-Bandung Fast Railway station in Tegalluar, West Java. This event showcased Widodo's focus on infrastructure development.

President Joko Widodo participated in the G20 leaders summit in Bali, Indonesia. His presence highlighted Indonesia's role in global affairs and showcased his leadership on international platforms.

Indonesian President Joko Widodo is overseeing the relocation of Indonesia's congested capital to the frontier island of Borneo, with a $33 billion plan for the new capital city 'Nusantara' in Penajam Paser Utara, East Kalimantan.

Workers conducted an operational test run at the construction site of Halim Station for the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed train project in Jakarta, Indonesia. The project is part of Indonesian President Joko Widodo's ambitious infrastructure initiatives.

President Joko Widodo, known for his humble beginnings and popular policies, is finishing his final term as the President of Indonesia. During his tenure, he focused on economic growth and ambitious infrastructure projects, including relocating the capital to Borneo.

During a press conference at the White House on 14 November 2023, Jokowi called for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war for the sake of humanity and urged US President Joe Biden to do more to end atrocities in the Gaza Strip.

Students from various universities in Aceh forced Rohingya refugees out of a shelter, demanding deportation, leading to a response from Joko Widodo urging tolerance and unity.

A photo displayed Indonesian President Joko Widodo shaking hands with Defense Minister and presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto during Subianto’s campaign rally at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta. This event highlighted political interactions in Indonesia.