Kofi Annan

Kofi Annan was a Ghanaian diplomat who served as the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1997 to 2006. He was the first sub-Saharan African to hold this position and played a crucial role in addressing global challenges, including peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts. Annan championed initiatives for sustainable development and human rights, and he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001 for his work in fostering a better organized and more peaceful world. After his tenure at the UN, he continued to engage in global issues, emphasizing diplomacy and conflict resolution until his death in 2018.