Diplomat
Kofi Annan
Kofi Annan was born on April 8, 1938 in Kumasi, Ghana. He joined the United Nations the year he turned 24, and became Director of the UN Office in Geneva the year he turned 39.
Kofi Annan was born in 1938 and lived to age 80. Anyone born before 1938 is older than Kofi. Anyone over 80 is older than Kofi ever was.
Kofi Annan was born on April 8, 1938 in Kumasi, Ghana and died on August 18, 2018 at the age of 80. Kofi would be 88 years old today.
Kofi Annan would be 88 years old in 2026 and would have turned 88 on April 8, 2026. Kofi Annan's age in every year ↓
Born
April 8, 1938
Died
August 18, 2018
World pop. at birth
~2.3B
Kofi's age at death
80
Your age
20
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Kofi's Life Timeline
Kofi Annan was born on April 8, 1938, in Kumasi, Ghana. He grew up in a modest family and pursued his education at the University of Science and Technology in Ghana before moving to the United States for further studies. His early life was marked by a strong commitment to public service and international cooperation, which laid the foundation for his future career in diplomacy.
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Annan began his career with the United Nations in 1962, where he held various positions, including serving as the Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations. He was appointed as the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations in 1997 and served until 2006. During his tenure, he focused on revitalizing the UN, addressing global issues such as HIV/AIDS, and promoting human rights. In 2001, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to foster a better organized and more peaceful world.
After leaving the UN, Kofi Annan continued to be active in global diplomacy and humanitarian efforts. He founded the Kofi Annan Foundation, which aimed to promote sustainable development and peace. Annan passed away on August 18, 2018, at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy of leadership and commitment to global peace and security.
Joined the United Nations
Kofi Annan was 24 years old when he joined the United Nations as a budget officer. This marked the beginning of a distinguished career in international diplomacy that would span over four decades.
Kofi Annan turned 24 in 1962, the year he joined the United Nations. Are you older than Kofi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became Director of the UN Office in Geneva
Kofi Annan was 39 years old when he became the Director of the UN Office in Geneva. This position allowed him to play a significant role in international negotiations and peacekeeping efforts.
Kofi Annan turned 39 in 1977, the year he became Director of the UN Office in Geneva. Are you older than Kofi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Led UN Peacekeeping Operations
Kofi Annan was 50 years old when he was appointed as the Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations. He oversaw several critical missions during a turbulent period in global politics.
Kofi Annan turned 50 in 1988, the year he led UN Peacekeeping Operations. Are you older than Kofi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became UN Secretary-General
Kofi Annan was 59 years old when he was appointed as the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations. His leadership was pivotal in addressing numerous global challenges during his tenure.
Kofi Annan turned 59 in 1997, the year he became UN Secretary-General. Are you older than Kofi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Nobel Peace Prize
Kofi Annan was 63 years old when he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in fostering a better organized and more peaceful world. This recognition highlighted his commitment to human rights and global cooperation.
Kofi Annan turned 63 in 2001, the year he won the Nobel Peace Prize. Are you older than Kofi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Founded the Kofi Annan Foundation
Kofi Annan was 70 years old when he founded the Kofi Annan Foundation. The organization focuses on promoting sustainable development and peace, continuing his legacy of global leadership.
Kofi Annan turned 70 in 2008, the year he founded the Kofi Annan Foundation. Are you older than Kofi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Kofi Annan was 80 years old when he passed away on August 18, 2018. His death marked the loss of a prominent figure in international diplomacy and a champion for peace and human rights.
Kofi Annan turned 80 in 2018, the year he passed away. Are you older than Kofi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Kofi Annan in each year?
- 2026
- Kofi Annan would be 88 years old in 2026 and would have turned 88 on April 8, 2026.
- 1962
- Kofi Annan was 23 at the start of 1962 and turned 24 on April 8, 1962. That year, he joined the United Nations.
- 1977
- Kofi Annan was 38 at the start of 1977 and turned 39 on April 8, 1977. That year, he became Director of the UN Office in Geneva.
- 1988
- Kofi Annan was 49 at the start of 1988 and turned 50 on April 8, 1988. That year, he led UN Peacekeeping Operations.
- 2001
- Kofi Annan was 62 at the start of 2001 and turned 63 on April 8, 2001. That year, he won the Nobel Peace Prize.
- 2008
- Kofi Annan was 69 at the start of 2008 and turned 70 on April 8, 2008. That year, he founded the Kofi Annan Foundation.
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