This historic act reaffirms Ghana’s steadfast commitment to global peace, nuclear disarmament, and the safeguarding of future generations from the existential threat of nuclear weapons. It also strengthens Africa’s legacy as the only continent to have declared itself a nuclear-weapon-free zone under the Treaty of Pelindaba.

The declaration by Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, at the United Nations… “Nuclear disarmament is not an Ethiopian dream—it is achievable,” echoes the visionary ideals of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, who championed a world free from nuclear terror.

FOSDA commends Ghana’s leadership at a time when global confidence in disarmament frameworks is waning. This ratification sends a resounding message: African nations are not only peacebuilders but also torchbearers of ethical global governance.

For Ghana, ratifying the TPNW amplifies Ghana’s voice in international diplomacy and affirms its role as a moral leader in peace and security. It aligns with the nation’s enduring advocacy for the peaceful use of nuclear energy and the prevention of proliferation.

For Africa, Ghana’s action reinforces the continent’s collective stance against nuclear weapons and encourages other African states to accelerate ratification and implementation of key disarmament instruments.

For the World, this act means that in the midst of rising geopolitical tensions and stalled disarmament negotiations, Ghana’s ratification renews hope and calls on nuclear-armed states to honor their obligations under the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and related frameworks.

FOSDA is therefore using the press statement to make the following call to Action

1. African governments to emulate Ghana’s example and ratify the TPNW without delay.
2. Youth-led movements to amplify disarmament advocacy and educate communities on the dangers of nuclear weapons.
3. Civil society organizations to collaborate across borders to hold nuclear-armed states accountable.
4. International partners to support Africa’s peace architecture and invest in disarmament education.
5. Policymakers to embed disarmament into national development and security strategies.

As a peace and security think tank rooted in African values and global solidarity, FOSDA remains committed to advancing nuclear disarmament, amplifying youth voices, and promoting ethical governance across the continent.

Ghana has spoken. Africa is watching. The world must act now!

Theodora W. Anti                                                                 

Executive Director                                                                 

Contact No. 0205336268                                                       

Email: theodora@fosda.org