Ghanaians' ICC petition over migrant attacks 'opportunistic', says South Africa
"For years, African brothers and sisters have been killed, beaten and driven from their homes in South Africa," the two Ghanaian nationals said in a statement."With regard to the ICC petition, the country's foreign ministry said South Africa remained "steadfast in maintaining the rule of law" and would ensure that "those who perpetrate violence or unlawful acts are held fully accountable under our judicial system".
The petition, submitted to The Hague-based court last week, argues the violence could amount to crimes against humanity and accuses the South African government of failing to prevent and punish those responsible.
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