Ghana Freedom Party’s Founder Akua Donkor Passes Away at 72

In a deeply felt loss for Ghanaian politics, Akua Donkor, the founder and flagbearer of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), passed away at the age of 72 on Monday, October 28, 2024. According to reports, including those from PeaceFM, Madam Akua Donkor died at Ridge Hospital in Accra, where she was receiving treatment following a brief illness. The specific cause of her passing has not been disclosed.

Akua Donkor, a unique voice in Ghana’s political landscape, was a candidate on the ballot for the upcoming 2024 presidential elections, where she held the third position. Known for her ambitious and often bold campaign promises, she vowed to introduce free vehicles for journalists, duty-free port services, free education, and improved compensation for farmers, among other sweeping reforms.

Throughout her career, Donkor garnered a following for her approachable and humorous style, which endeared her to many Ghanaians. Social media is now flooded with tributes from her supporters and fellow citizens, who remember her for her vibrant personality and dedication to addressing the needs of ordinary Ghanaians.

Akua Donkor’s legacy will continue to inspire many, as her vision for a better Ghana lives on in the hearts of her supporters.

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