900 Ghanaians moved to safe havens ahead of repatriation from South Africa

Ghana's diplomatic mission in South Africa has placed about 900 Ghanaian nationals in safe havens as preparations intensify for their repatriation ahead of planned anti-immigration protests scheduled for June 30. Ghana's Ambassador to South Africa, Benjamin Quashie, stated on Sunday, June 28, that the High Commission, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Office of the President, has put in place logistical arrangements to ensure the safe and orderly return of Ghanaians who have voluntarily requested evacuation. He disclosed that nearly 900 Ghanaians have registered to return home, adding that this latest exercise follows the successful repatriation of 938 nationals.

Authorities have accommodated some of the affected citizens in secure locations while final arrangements are made for their evacuation. Ambassador Quashie said, "We're looking at very close to 900 people who have written their names and want to return. We've already repatriated 938 people, and adding another 900 will bring the exercise to finality for those who have voluntarily requested to return home." He added, "We've housed some of them and officially informed the police of their whereabouts, requesting protection for those locations despite the heightened tensions in the country." The coordinated operation forms part of government efforts to protect Ghanaian citizens amid renewed xenophobic tensions in South Africa.