Ama Ata Aidoo

Ama Ata Aidoo

Ama Ata Aidoo Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 12, 2023.
Ama Ata Aidoo was a Ghana-born writer, poet, politician and academic known for works such as “Our Sister Killjoy,” “Changes: A Love Story,” and “The Dilemma of a Ghost.”

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June 15, 2023

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and may family and friends also be there for support during this most difficult time

Erline Sowell

June 14, 2023

Sincere Condolences for the family of Alma ATA Aidoo . Very saddened for your loss. May the God of comfort strengthen you during this difficult time.

Stephanie Schell

June 13, 2023

Will be remembered for her writing around the world.

RR

June 13, 2023

Heartfelt condolences to the Aidoo family, so very sorry for your loss, may God give strength and comfort in your time of loss.

Stephanie Schell

June 12, 2023

Paved the way for a lot of women authors in Africa.

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