Audio By Carbonatix
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.
Latest Stories
-
Academics push for integration of climate science into basic education system
2 minutes -
Port cost reforms necessary, but must reflect collective interests
19 minutes -
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang joins Guyana Independence celebrations
28 minutes -
Parliament launches ‘Mini Parliament’ to give children a voice in national decision-making
30 minutes -
Ghana records over 7,000 obstetric fistula cases amid calls for better maternal healthcare
33 minutes -
Heavy rains destroy bridge, cut off some communities in Wa West
41 minutes -
Groupe Nduom has won one battle but the capital war continues
43 minutes -
Over 4,000 weapons surrendered during gun amnesty period — Dr Bonaa
52 minutes -
Stonebwoy set to fill OVO Arena Wembley on August 15 with BHIM Festival
1 hour -
The African Union’s expanding footprint in strengthening cross-border tourism and trade unity in Africa
1 hour -
Today’s Front pages: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
1 hour -
Netanyahu vows to ‘increase the blows’ against Hezbollah as Israel intensifies strikes in Lebanon
1 hour -
US strikes Iranian missile sites and boats near Strait of Hormuz amid peace talks
1 hour -
Why it’s time to change Ghana’s cocoa law
2 hours -
Adamus Resources defends reputation amid renewed public scrutiny
2 hours