H.E. Dr. Barfuor Adjei-Barwuah

Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana

His Excellency Dr. Barfuor Adjei-Barwuah, the 19th Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana to the United States of America, presented his credentials to President Donald John Trump on 21st July, 2017. This is his second Ambassadorial appointment after having served as Ambassador of Ghana to Japan with concurrent accreditation to Singapore, New Zealand, Australia and Papua New Guinea from 2001 – 2008.

Born on 15th December 1942 in Kumasi, Ghana, he attended Prempeh College and proceeded to the University of Ghana, Legon where he obtained his first degree in Geography. He attained the Master of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee and a PhD from Indiana University in 1972. He further earned a Certificate in Counselling from the Center of Advancement, London in 1989.

As a Development Advisor, H.E. Dr. Barfuor Adjei-Barwuah provided consultancy and training to many institutions in Ghana, England and Wales. He also lectured in various tertiary institutions in Ghana, England and the USA. Having held various public positions, he has proven himself as a dedicated public servant and a distinguished statesman. He has an ardent commitment to the pursuit of the socio-economic development of his country.

His Excellency Dr. Barfuor Adjei-Barwuah is married with four (4) children.