UN in Ghana observes UN78 with a High-level event

The event which took place at the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in Ghana on Tuesday 24 October 2023 saw a gathering of Heads of UN agencies in Ghana, the diplomatic corps, Government of Ghana officials, representatives from the security agencies, civil society organisations, youth groups, religious bodies, the media and the entertainment industry.

A musical interlude by the police band set a welcoming ambience of friendship, connection and inclusivity, which set the pace for attendees to interact with each other.  The event started with a performance by Dela, a Ghanaian flautist followed by a dance and a poetry performance by the Youth Leaders (YoLE) Fellowship programme of UNFPA Ghana. Their energetic entry dance displayed a diverse culture of attire and artistry to the admiration of the audience. The poem encapsulated the achievements of the United Nations in Ghana through its various agencies.

The UN Resident Coordinator, Mr. Charles Abani emphasised the essence of partnerships towards the achievements of the Sustainable Development Goals in Ghana. The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Mr. Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong also gave a resounding statement on the government of Ghana’s commitment to the work of the United Nations.

Resonating with the aura of the celebration, the Resident Coordinator proposed a toast in honouring the occasion. Both the Ghana national anthem and the UN anthem were played by the Ghana police band to the attention and patriotic spirit of all present.

The UN Resident Coordinator and a few other Heads and representatives from some UN agencies joined the vibrant youth in a freestyle dance as the night wore away. Everyone networked cordially to close the event.