Ghana halts visit by South African president amid row over anti-migrant protests
Many in Ghana feared his presence would lead to mass protests, and officials say it is postponed for now.
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"We sent them a communication indicating that it would be best to defer the visit in view of the present climate around xenophobia."
— Felix Kwakye Ofosu , Politician
"The two countries will continue to engage through diplomatic channels to identify a mutually convenient date."
— Vincent Magwenya , Other
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Many in Ghana feared his presence would lead to mass protests, and officials say it is postponed for now.
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