Gamal Nkrumah, Noted Journalist, Passes Away at 68

Gamal Nkrumah, the eldest son of Ghana’s first President Kwame Nkrumah, died at the age of 68. The African Journalists Union expressed its sadness over his passing in a statement on Saturday, highlighting his distinguished career as a journalist.

Nkrumah contributed significantly to the coverage and analysis of African affairs, particularly through his writings in Al-Ahram Weekly over three decades. The Union praised his commitment to the continent's aspirations for justice and development.

Gamal Nkrumah, through his heritage as the son of Kwame Nkrumah and his Egyptian wife, Fathia Nkrumah, represented a unique cultural bond between Egypt and Ghana. The Union extended condolences to his family, loved ones, and colleagues at Al-Ahram Weekly, praying for his eternal peace.

His funeral prayer is scheduled for today, October 17, following the Asr prayer at Al-Firdous Mosque in Nasr City, Cairo, attended by his sister, Ms. Samia Nkrumah.