UN Deputy Secretary-General visits Ghana

The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina J Mohammed, has since Sunday, November 15, been in the country on a working visit.

The visit seeks to support efforts towards the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals, including financing for development, COVID-19 socio-economic response and recovery and regional cooperation amongst West Africa countries.

The UN Deputy Secretary-General, while in Ghana, will engage with key development stakeholders, including civil society organisations and development partners, towards strengthening multilateral engagements for the successful implementation and attainment of Agenda2030 and support Ghana to build back better, ensuring an all-inclusive approach.

She will highlight Ghana’s leadership role and support for the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and emphasise the importance of strengthening the multilateral system as the best option for responding to regional and global challenges.

She is also is expected to visit project sites in Accra to appreciate the work of the United Nations and its partners to support Ghana attain the SDGs.

Saddened

Meanwhile, the United Nations in Ghana says it is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the former President of Ghana, Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings.

it a statement, it has extended its “deepest condolences to the family, Government and people of Ghana on the loss of this esteemed patriotic Ghanaian, whose legacy of selfless service and dedication to the promotion of integrity, democracy and development of Ghana and its peoples has left an indelible mark on the country, sub-region and continent.”

“President Rawlings will be remembered for his astuteness and commitment to democratic governance in Ghana and on the continent. May his soul rest in peace.

“As we join you all to mourn this tragic loss, our thoughts, prayers and solidarity are with his family, relatives, friends, admirers, and all the people of Ghana,” the statement added.