On Saturday, July 22, President Akufo-Addo paid a courtesy visit to Pope Francis in Rome to strengthen diplomatic ties between Ghana and the Vatican. This visit was a part of the President's official four-day visit to Italy, aiming to reaffirm the friendship between the two nations.

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During the visit, the Ghanaian delegation was taken on a tour of the Pontifical Academies of Sciences at the Vatican by Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson, a respected Catholic priest of Ghanaian origin.<img alt="" class="wp-image-525673" />Ghana shares the Holy See's commitment to addressing critical issues such as the climate crisis, human trafficking, and promoting equality for all.

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<img alt="" class="wp-image-525672" />On the occasion of Pope Francis' 10th anniversary as Pope, which coincided with the National Day of the Holy See, President Nana Akufo-Addo lauded the Pope's dedication to the betterment of humanity.Since 2013, Pope Francis has advocated for fairness, equality among nations, and has spoken against discrimination and exploitation.

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<img alt="" class="wp-image-525671" />The Vatican has been a supportive partner in Ghana's development efforts, particularly in areas like education, health, and youth development over the years.

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