UN in Ghana and Embassy of the State of Palestine in Ghana mark International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

The UN in Ghana, in partnership with the Embassy of the State of Palestine in Ghana, held a solemn event in Accra to mark the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, reaffirming the international community’s commitment to peace, justice and human rights. The event brought together diplomats, UN officials, and members of the Palestinian community.

Children from the Palestinian community in Accra delivered a moving message appealing for a world where children can live without fear and wake up to safety, dignity, and hope. A poem written by Ms Hamida Apusiga Ayuba, a Ghanaian poet, was presented by Ms Malgu Seebaway, acknowledging the solidarity of the global community to bring an end to the ongoing crisis and for a lasting in the region.

The Ambassador of Palestine to Ghana, H.E. Abdulfatah Ahmed Khalil Al Sattari, delivered an emotional address highlighting the prolonged suffering and resilience of his people. “We want peace… we believe that Palestine will be free one day,” he said.

H.E. Zia Choudhury, the UN Resident Coordinator, read the statement of the UN Secretary-General to mark the occasion.

The ceremony featured a curated exhibition showcasing the history of Palestine, key moments in its struggle, and the longstanding role of the United Nations in finding peaceful solution.