Sahrawi Minister Honors Nkrumah's Legacy at Historic Accra Memorial

In a significant diplomatic visit highlighting Ghana's pan-African legacy, Sahrawi Minister of Education and Vocational Training, Abdelkader Taleb Omar, paid homage at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park in central Accra on August 16, 2025. The visit occurred during the landmark African Political Parties Summit, reinforcing Ghana's continuing role in continental leadership.

Summit for African Economic Transformation

The minister's visit was part of a broader high-level delegation participating in the African Political Parties Summit, themed "From Politics to Prosperity: Strengthening Inter-Party Cooperation for Development and Economic Transformation in Africa." The four-day summit, which ran from August 11-15, brought together leaders from across the continent, demonstrating Ghana's commitment to regional unity and economic progress.

Commemorating Pan-African Leadership

The Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, housing both museum and mausoleum of Ghana's founding father Kwame Nkrumah (1909-1972), stands as a testament to the nation's pioneering role in African independence and unity. Minister Taleb Omar's gesture of signing the park's Golden Book carried particular significance, representing the enduring spirit of pan-African cooperation that continues to shape Ghana's diplomatic relations.

Strengthening Continental Partnerships

Representing Brahim Ghali, Secretary General of the Polisario Front and President of the Republic, Minister Taleb Omar's participation underscores the growing importance of cross-continental partnerships in addressing shared challenges and opportunities for African development.