Peter Kodwo Appia Turkson

Peter Kodwo Appia Turkson is a Ghanaian cardinal of the Catholic Church, born in 1948. He was elevated to cardinal in 2003 by Pope John Paul II and has held various significant positions, including president of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace. A prominent figure in discussions on social justice, human rights, and ecological issues, Turkson has represented the Vatican at events like the World Economic Forum. His pastoral experience includes serving as the Archbishop of Cape Coast and the president of the Ghanaian Episcopal Conference. Recently mentioned as a potential successor to Pope Francis, Turkson is noted for his modern views and engagement with contemporary issues within the Church.