Remembering Akua Donkor (1952-2024): An unusual trailblazer in Ghanaian politics

By Araba Incoom

Published: October 29, 2024

Last Updated: May 16, 2025

4 min read

While the presidency remained beyond her grasp, Akua Donkor's impact on Ghanaian politics is undeniable. She was a woman who defied expectations, shattered stereotypes, and carved a space for herself in a field dominated by men, proving that political ambition and a powerful voice know no bounds.

The late Akua Donkor

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ByAraba Incoom

Araba Incoom writes on multiple topics with a vast knowledge across different sector. You can almost call me an AI, after all, my initials are Araba Incoom.

Remembering Akua Donkor (1952-2024): An unusual trailblazer in Ghanaian politics

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