No official reason has been given for the cancellation but Ghana’s privately owned citifmonline is quoting Zimbabwean diplomats as saying the decision was taken because of political issues in Zimbabwe.
Huge billboards had been put up in parts of Accra to welcome MUGABE, and his speech had been eagerly anticipated.
Ninety-two tear old MUGABE has ruled Zimbabwe since independence and has vowed to remain in power until he dies, rejecting calls from some of his former comrades to step down.
Ghana’s President JOHN MAHAMA was due to give the award to MUGABE at a function in the capital, Accra, tomorrow.
MUGABE was due to have visited the country from 18 August to 22 August.
