Meet Hanna Tetteh Who Won 2 Terms And How She Got A Top Position Job As Head Of UNSMIL

Hanna Serwaa Tetteh is a well-known Ghanaian diplomat and politician who has held many important positions in government and international organizations.

She was born on May 31, 1967, in Szeged, Hungary. She studied at Wesley Girls' High School in Cape Coast, Ghana, before earning a law degree from the University of Ghana. In 1992, she was called to the Ghana Bar, starting her career as a lawyer.

Her political career began when she became a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Awutu-Senya Constituency from 2000 to 2005. Later, she served as MP for the Awutu-Senya West Constituency from 2013 to 2017.

During this time, she held major government positions, including Minister for Trade and Industry from 2009 to 2013 and Minister for Foreign Affairs from 2013 to 2017.

As Foreign Minister, she was part of Ghana’s National Security Council and the Armed Forces Council. She also led key ECOWAS councils from 2014 to 2015, helping to strengthen regional peace and security.

After leaving government, Tetteh moved into international diplomacy. In 2018, she was appointed as the United Nations (UN) Special Representative to the African Union (AU) and Head of the UN Office to the AU.

From 2022 to 2024, she served as the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, where she worked to resolve conflicts in the region.

In 2025, she became the Special Representative for Libya and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), continuing her efforts to promote peace and stability.

Tetteh is highly respected for her ability to build strong relationships and solve problems. She speaks English, Hungarian, and Fante, which helps her communicate effectively in different settings.

Her leadership in both Ghana and the international community has made her a key figure in diplomacy and governance.

Her journey from a lawyer to a global diplomat shows her dedication to public service. Tetteh’s work continues to shape African politics and international relations, making her an influential leader in Ghana and beyond.