Madam Akua Donkor, founder and leader of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), has passed away at Ridge Hospital in Accra. A family source confirmed her death to MyJoyOnline.com, revealing she died on Monday, October 28, at the age of 72.
Known for her dynamic presence in Ghanaian politics, Akua Donkor was a fierce advocate for farmers’ and women’s rights. Her bold and outspoken nature helped her gain public attention and significantly impact the grassroots communities she represented.
Throughout her political career, she ran for the presidency multiple times, showing remarkable resilience despite facing financial challenges. She was listed as the third candidate on the ballot for the upcoming 2024 presidential elections.
Akua Donkor began her political journey as the Assemblywoman for Herman in the Ashanti region and made her first presidential bid in 2012 as an independent candidate. However, she was disqualified by the Electoral Commission for not meeting eligibility requirements, a decision she contested but chose not to challenge legally. Instead, she supported Papa Kwesi Nduom of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP).
In 2016, her party’s headquarters in Kabu, Eastern Region, was destroyed by fire, leading to her disqualification from that election. Despite these setbacks, Akua Donkor remained a dedicated figure in Ghanaian politics, advocating for marginalized communities.
With just 39 days left before the 2024 elections, she was actively campaigning, promising initiatives such as free vehicles for journalists, duty-free port services, free education, and better pay for farmers.
Tributes have since poured in from netizens, honoring her contributions and extending condolences to her family, loved ones, and supporters of her party.
