Ghana rejects Ramaphosa state visit request over xenophobic attacks, concerns about his safety
Ghana declined a request for a state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa following growing concerns over xenophobic attacks targeting Ghanaian nationals and other African migrants in South Africa. Diplomatic sources in Accra and Pretoria confirmed the decision was influenced by a recent wave of anti-foreigner violence, which has triggered the repatriation of about 1,000 Ghanaians, with hundreds more reportedly awaiting evacuation.
The decision was based on concerns over the safety and dignity of Ghanaian nationals in South Africa and possible security risks surrounding President Ramaphosa's visit. A Ghanaian national was reportedly killed on June 30 during demonstrations by xenophobic groups, a report denied by South African authorities. A diplomatic source indicated that proceeding with such a high-level visit would have been inappropriate. Ghana formally communicated its concerns to South Africa and called for decisive measures to address the attacks and guarantee the safety of Ghanaian nationals before any future visit is considered.
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Ghana has declined a state visit request from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa amid escalating concerns over xenophobic attacks targeting
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