Current Affairs - Persons - Discussion

Shirley Botchwey was appointed as the 7th Secretary General of the Commonwealth of Nations on April 1, 2025, becoming the first African woman to hold this prestigious position. A Ghanaian politician and diplomat, she has had a distinguished career in foreign affairs, national security, and business. Her election at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024 in Apia, Samoa, marks a historic milestone for the Commonwealth. As Secretary-General, she will lead efforts to promote democracy, human rights, and sustainable development across member nations.