A former Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Hanny Sherry Ayittey has passed. 

This was announced by her family in a press release issued on Saturday, July 22.

The family in the statement said it will issue further details later. 

“The head of the family, Nii Kofi Ayittey of Akwetey Nantan, Osu Alata, announce with deep sorrow the death of their beloved daughter and sister, Hon. Hanny Sherry Ayittey, on July 22, 2023.”

“The family will announce further details in due course.”

75-year old Hanny Ayittey was born on February 8, 1948.

She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and a Master of Science in Industrial Microbiology from the University of Science and Technology, Kumasi.

In addition to her academic achievements, Ayittey has been recognised by esteemed American universities for her leadership capabilities. She was a fellow of both the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore and the Kellogg Graduate School of Management.

Beyond her political career, Hanny Ayittey was actively involved in various non-governmental organization activities in Ghana.

She attended a leadership programme at Harvard University in February 2013, further enhancing her expertise and skills.

Her notable accomplishments extend internationally as well. Ayittey was a fellow of the Institute of Directors in the United Kingdom.

In the past, she held the esteemed position of Chairman of the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology. Before her death, she served as a member of the ECOWAS Board for Renewable Energy, and was also affiliated with the Chartered Institute of Marketing.

She sided with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) during her political career.

After the 2008 presidential election, President John Atta Mills appointed her as Minister for Environment, Science and Technology in his government.

She served as the Minister for Health in Ghana during the presidency of John Atta Mills. She held this position from 2009 to 2013.

After her tenure as Minister for Health, she later served as the Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture.

During this time, she was responsible for overseeing policies and initiatives related to the fishing industry and the sustainable management of aquatic resources in Ghana.

She was the Executive Director for MOKAS Women Trust Foundation – Ghana.