I have always believed that on important issues, the leaders must lead. Where the leaders fail to lead, and people are really concerned about it, the people will take the lead and make the leaders follow. Kofi Annan believeconcernfail share on social
On climate change, we often don't fully appreciate that it is a problem. We think it is a problem waiting to happen. Kofi Annan changeclimatefully Change image and share on social
It has been said that arguing against globalization is like arguing against the laws of gravity. Kofi Annan argueglobalizationgravity Change image and share on social
In their greatest hour of need, the world failed the people of Rwanda. Kofi Annan failgreathour Change image and share on social
In the 21st century, I believe the mission of the United Nations will be defined by a new, more profound awareness of the sanctity and dignity of every human life, regardless of race or religion. Kofi Annan 21stawarenesscentury Change image and share on social
More than ever before in human history, we share a common destiny. We can master it only if we face it together. And that, my friends, is why we have the United Nations. Kofi Annan commondestinyface Change image and share on social
I don't share the view that the ICC is anti-African. The ICC is not putting Africa on trial. The ICC is fighting impunity and individuals who are accused of crimes. Kofi Annan accuseafricaafrican Change image and share on social
The Lord had the wonderful advantage of being able to work alone. Kofi Annan advantagelordwonderful Change image and share on social
If information and knowledge are central to democracy, they are conditions for development. Kofi Annan centralconditiondemocracy Change image and share on social
Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family. Kofi Annan educationfamilyinformation Change image and share on social
