Kofi Annan

Quick Facts

Full Name	Kofi Annan
Occupation	Politician
Date Of Birth	Apr 8, 1938(1938-04-08)
Age	86
Date Of Death	August 18, 2018, Bern, Switzerland
Birthplace	Kumasi
Country	Ghana
Horoscope	Aries

Kofi Annan Biography

Kofi Annan is one of the most popular and richest Politician who was born on April 8, 1938 in Kumasi, Ghana. Ghanaian politician who served as the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1997 to 2006. He founded the Global AIDS and Health Fund and co-received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001 for his work with the United Nations.

He is a Nobel Prize laureate, much like President Barack Obama.

He married Nane Annan in 1984 and he has three children. He is distantly related to Ghanaian footballer Anthony Annan.

Kofi Annan Net Worth

Kofi Annan is one of the richest Politician from Ghana. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Kofi Annan 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

After studying economics at Kumasi College of Science and Technology in Ghana, he earned his masters at MIT.

His memoir, Interventions: A Life in War and Peace, was published in 2012.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Kofi Annan height 5 feet 7 inches Kofi weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Kofi Annan Dating?

According to our records, Kofi Annan married to Nane Maria Annan , Titi Alakija. As of December 1, 2023, Kofi Annan’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Kofi Ranked on the list of most popular Politician. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Ghana. Kofi Annan celebrates birthday on April 8 of every year.

Top Facts about Kofi Annan

1. Kofi Annan was the first black African to become UN Secretary-General.
2. He served two terms from 1997 to 2006.
3. Annan won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001.
4. He played a key role in peacekeeping efforts in Rwanda and Bosnia.
5. Annan advocated for human rights, development, and HIV/AIDS prevention.
6. He established the Global Compact initiative to promote corporate social responsibility.
7. Annan faced criticism over his handling of the Iraq War and Oil-for-Food scandal.
8. He continued to work as an international diplomat after leaving the UN.
9. Annan passed away on August 18, 2018 at age 80.
10. His legacy includes promoting multilateralism and global cooperation for peace and development.

How did Kofi Annan impact the world?

In 2007 he founded the Kofi Annan Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that promotes peace, sustainable development, human rights, and the rule of law. In February 2012 Annan was appointed Joint Special Envoy for Syria by the United Nations and the League of Arab States.

Why did Kofi Annan get a Nobel Peace Prize?

The United Nations and its Secretary-General Kofi Annan have been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize “ for their work for a better organized and more peaceful world ”.

How many languages does Kofi Annan speak?

Mr. Annan was born in Kumasi, Ghana, on 8 April 1938, and was fluent in English, French and several African languages. Kofi Annan died on 18 August 2018 in Bern, Switzerland, at the age of 80.

Who was the first African Secretary-General of UN?

Boutros Boutros-Ghali , Boutros-Ghali also spelled Boutros Ghali, Boutros also spelled Butros, (born November 14, 1922, Cairo, Egypt—died February 16, 2016, Cairo), Egyptian scholar and statesman, secretary-general of the United Nations (UN) from January 1, 1992 to December 31, 1996.

Who suggested the UN name?

The name ‘United Nations’ was coined by United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt.