Gamal Gorkeh Nkrumah, son of Ghana’s founding President, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, has died in Cairo, Egypt, following a prolonged illness, the Nkrumah family has announced.
In a statement, the family said Gamal passed away peacefully while in Cairo, where he had been receiving care at a rehabilitation centre after suffering a stroke.
Gamal was a journalist, writer and commentator whose work examined political, social and cultural developments in Africa and the wider world.
The family said he remained committed to the ideals of justice, human dignity, African unity and international solidarity throughout his life.
It described his death as a profound loss to the family, friends, colleagues and readers who valued his work and insights.
The family also expressed gratitude to the medical professionals and caregivers who supported him during his illness, as well as to the governments and people of Ghana and Egypt for their assistance.
Details of memorial arrangements will be announced in due course. The family has requested privacy as it mourns his death.
