Returnee recounts fearful life in South Africa after evacuation to Ghana
Dillys Edem says she feels relieved and safe after returning to Ghana following evacuation arrangements triggered by rising xenophobic tensions. Speaking on Thursday, May 28, 2026, she expressed gratitude to government officials for facilitating her return, describing her life in South Africa as difficult and filled with fear. She said, "2nd July will be 13 years," and "I feel good to be back home because I was not free when I was there. I was always afraid. I can't walk freely, I can't do anything freely. Even to go and buy something, I have to wait till after 4. So I am afraid always."
Edem commended President John Dramani Mahama and officials involved in the evacuation exercise, including Ghana's High Commissioner and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for their efforts in ensuring the safe return of citizens. She said, "I thank our President for a good job and our High Commissioner and the Foreign Affairs Minister." Her comments come after the first batch of Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa arrived in Accra on Wednesday, May 27, as part of a government-coordinated response to reports of intimidation, attacks, and hostility against foreign nationals.
Officials have indicated that further evacuation exercises may follow as monitoring and diplomatic engagement continue.
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A Ghanaian evacuee recounts her experiences in South Africa after returning home due to xenophobic tensions- detailing a life filled with constant fear. She expresses immense gratitude to government officials for their help- but what prompted this evacuation?
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