The Chinese community in Ghana has issued a stern warning against the dissemination of unsubstantiated claims and misleading narratives surrounding the tragic helicopter crash that occurred on August 6, 2025, in Adansi Akrofuom, Ashanti region, resulting in the loss of eight lives. This incident involved a Z9 helicopter, manufactured in China and operated by the Ghana Armed Forces. The community emphasizes that numerous commentaries circulating in public discourse, particularly on social media platforms and traditional news outlets, lack scientific basis and unfairly portray the Z9 as a sub-standard aircraft. They urge the public to refrain from spreading such misinformation, which not only damages the reputation of the Ghana Armed Forces but also undermines the strong diplomatic ties between Ghana and China.
Representing the Chinese community, DKAM Consult, a legal firm, issued a formal cautionary letter to media outlets on August 25, 2025. The letter underscores that the official investigation into the crash is still ongoing, and the data retrieved from the helicopter’s “black box” has not yet been publicly released by the military authorities. Therefore, any conclusions or assertions about the cause of the accident are premature and potentially harmful. The letter emphasizes that the ongoing speculation, particularly comments targeting the Chinese-made Z9 helicopter, are baseless and driven by malicious intent.
The Chinese community highlights the long-standing and mutually beneficial relationship between China and Ghana, characterized by cooperation across multiple sectors, including economic development and security. They argue that the dissemination of false information about the helicopter crash serves only to undermine this valuable partnership. The letter specifically points to social media platforms like TikTok, as well as traditional newspapers and online publications, as channels through which these damaging narratives are being propagated. The community insists that those who persist in spreading such misinformation, without any verifiable evidence or scientific basis, will be held accountable under Ghanaian law.
The legal representatives of the Chinese community emphasize the potential consequences for individuals and groups involved in spreading these false narratives. They warn that legal action, including claims for punitive damages and other available remedies, will be pursued against those found to be deliberately disseminating misinformation aimed at damaging the relationship between Ghana and China. Such actions are not only detrimental to the reputation of the Ghana Armed Forces and the Chinese aircraft manufacturer but also threaten to strain the diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation between the two nations.
The Chinese community expresses concern that these baseless accusations could lead to unwarranted distrust in Chinese-made products and undermine the positive contributions China has made to Ghana’s development. They stress that their primary concern is the prevention of further dissemination of inaccurate information related to the helicopter crash and the protection of the established trust and cooperation between the two countries. They call for responsible reporting and public discourse, urging individuals to refrain from spreading unsubstantiated claims.
The tragic helicopter crash on August 6, 2025 claimed the lives of eight individuals, including two government ministers. All victims have since been laid to rest. The incident remains under investigation, and the Chinese community urges patience and respect for the ongoing process. They reiterate their commitment to the strong partnership between Ghana and China and call for an end to the spread of misinformation that threatens this valuable relationship. They believe that a fair and accurate understanding of the events surrounding the crash is crucial, and they caution against premature judgments and baseless accusations that could jeopardize the ongoing investigation and further harm the families of the victims.
