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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has conveyed condolences to President John Mahama and the people of Ghana following Wednesday’s military helicopter crash.
The tragic incident claimed eight lives, including Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed.
In a statement, President Ramaphosa said South Africans stood in solidarity with the bereaved families and Ghana in this period of mourning.
He recalled the historic ties between the two countries, forged during the fight against colonialism and apartheid, noting that relations had deepened over the years.
President Ramaphosa expressed confidence in Ghana’s resilience, assuring that South Africa’s thoughts remained with its West African counterpart as it navigates the tragedy.
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