Ghana to pursue compensation or legal action over xenophobic attacks in South Africa - Benjamin Quashie
Benjamin Quashie, Ghana's High Commissioner to South Africa, says the government is taking steps to protect Ghanaian-owned businesses in the country and will pursue compensation or legal action if any businesses are seized or unlawfully targeted. According to him, Ghana has begun documenting and registering businesses owned by its citizens in South Africa, including details of their legal ownership, as part of efforts to safeguard their investments. He said, "We've instituted measures to ensure that everybody who has business in this country is protected."
Mr. Quashie said Ghana would insist on "realistic compensation" for affected business owners. He added, "We know what the businesses are, we know the legal documents that they have, and we intend to take it strongly up against the government of South Africa." Ghana plans to escalate the matter to the African Union level as part of efforts to address recurring xenophobic attacks against African nationals living in South Africa. Ghana has already engaged South African authorities on the issue and expects urgent attention to prevent further diplomatic tensions. Ghana petitioned the African Union to place xenophobic attacks in South Africa on the agenda for its upcoming Mid-Year Coordination Meeting.
In recent weeks, Ghana also coordinated the evacuation of some of its citizens from South Africa following renewed tensions and reports of attacks on foreign nationals. The first batch of evacuees arrived in Ghana on Wednesday, May 27. Officials say diplomatic engagements and protective measures remain ongoing as authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
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Ghana's High Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Quashie, says the government is working to protect Ghanaian businesses there. Ghana is preparing to act if businesses are seized or targeted- but what steps will they take?
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