When was Peter Turkson born?

Peter Turkson was born on 11 October 1948 in Nsuta Wassa.

What positions has Peter Turkson held?

Positions held by Peter Turkson include: prefect (2016–2021); president (2009–2016); cardinal priest (since 21 October 2003); Catholic archbishop (1993–2009).

Where did Peter Turkson study?

Peter Turkson was educated at Pontifical Biblical Institute, St. Anthony-on-Hudson Seminary.

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Peter Turkson

Ghanaian cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church (1948-)

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Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson is a Ghanaian Catholic prelate who has been a cardinal since 2003 and has served as chancellor of the Pontifical Academies of Sciences since 2022.

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Born: 11 October 1948 wd
Place of birth: Nsuta Wassa wd
Citizenship: Ghana wd
Occupation: Catholic priest, Catholic bishop wd
Education: Pontifical Biblical Institute, St. Anthony-on-Hudson Seminary wd

Positions held wd

prefect (31 August 2016 – 1 January 2021)
president (24 October 2009 – 31 December 2016)
cardinal priest (since 21 October 2003)
Catholic archbishop (27 March 1993 – 24 October 2009)

Awards wd

Fellow of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (2013)

Questions

When was Peter Turkson born?: Peter Turkson was born on 11 October 1948 in Nsuta Wassa.
What positions has Peter Turkson held?: Positions held by Peter Turkson include: prefect (2016–2021); president (2009–2016); cardinal priest (since 21 October 2003); Catholic archbishop (1993–2009).
Where did Peter Turkson study?: Peter Turkson was educated at Pontifical Biblical Institute, St. Anthony-on-Hudson Seminary.

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Last updated 2 November 2026 · facts checked 9 November 2026

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