Thousands of people in the Ashanti regional capital and beyond took to the streets of Kumasi for a walk in remembrance of victims of the Accra sports stadium soccer disaster 14 years ago that resulted in the death of 126 soccer fans.
Some families of victims of the May 9th Accra Sports Stadium disaster that resulted in the death of over 120 people have accused government of neglect.
Life would have been very difficult but for Herbert Mensah as victims of the May 9th Accra sports stadium disaster cries out for support.
Families oF victims of the may 9th Accra Sports Stadium Disaster, who are calling for support, say life would have been very difficult but for Herbert Mensah. They accused government of neglect despite a directive by the Okudzeto Committee for financial support to the families, especially the children left behind.
Ghanaian businessman Herbert Mensah has said African governments “have not shown enough rage” towards xenophobic attacks in South Africa.
Ghanaian business mogul and philanthropist, Mr. Herbert Mensah has condemned the recent wave of xenophobic violence in South Africa.
The disgraceful xenophobic scenes and occurrences in South Africa sicken me to the core. They enrage me as a person and sadden me as an African.
Daily Guide, 13 April 2015
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Never think you can frighten me by telling me that I am alone. Africa is alone. Our father is alone (despite owning everything/everyone) and yet the loneliness of Our Father is His strength.
Herbert Mensah 