Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings Passes Away at 76 Ghana is mourning the passing of its former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings , who died on Thursday, October 23, 2025 , at the Ridge Hospital in Accra . She was 76 years old . Nana Konadu, the widow of the late former President Jerry John Rawlings , was not only a political figure but also a pioneering advocate for women’s rights and empowerment. She served as Ghana’s First Lady during her husband’s tenure from 1979 to 2001 , spanning both the military and democratic eras. Born on November 17, 1948 , Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings was known for her strong leadership and passion for social change. In 1982, she founded the 31st December Women’s Movement , an organization dedicated to improving the lives of women through education, healthcare, and economic empowerment. Her work helped shape national conversations around gender equality and inspired generations of Ghanaian women to take up leadership roles. Beyond her activism, N...