The image shows the late Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) leader Yasser Arafat being warmly received in Accra by Ghana's then Head of State, Jerry John Rawlings, in the late 1980s. The photograph, captioned “Yasser Arafat, leader of the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO), welcomed by Flt Lt Jerry Rawlings in Accra, Ghana, late 1980s,” offers a striking visual of two influential figures meeting on Ghanaian soil. In the image, Rawlings, dressed in his signature military attire as Chairman of the Provisional National Defence Council, appears poised and authoritative, embodying the revolutionary leadership style that defined Ghana’s politics during that era. Palestinian Leader Arafat Ends Ghana VisitHis posture suggests both command and familiarity as he receives Arafat with the composure of a host welcoming a respected ally. Known globally as the long-time chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organisation from 1969 to 2004, Arafat symbolised the Palestinian quest for statehood and international recognition.

Source: GhanaWeb April 06, 2026 13:12 UTC