South Africa must do better - Dr Oduro-Antwi condemns attacks on Ghanaians
Dr. Dominic Oduro-Antwi condemned attacks on Ghanaians in South Africa, describing the incident as "unacceptable, unpardonable and shameful." The condemnation follows the Ghana Foreign Affairs Ministry confirming it had engaged South African authorities over footage showing violence targeting foreign nationals, including Ghanaians. Dr. Oduro said the incident undermines the spirit of African unity and integration being championed under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the African Union (AU).
Dr. Oduro warned that repeated attacks on African migrants in South Africa risk damaging diplomatic relations and intra-African trade. South Africa has faced recurring criticism over xenophobic attacks targeting African migrants, often linked to economic pressures and unemployment. These incidents have previously triggered widespread condemnation and calls for stronger protection of foreign nationals.
Dr. Oduro urged the African Union, AfCFTA Secretariat, and South African authorities to investigate the matter and ensure accountability. He also called for renewed African solidarity, warning that xenophobia threatens the continent's shared progress.
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Dr. Dominic Oduro-Antwi has voiced concerns regarding attacks on Ghanaians in South Africa- stirring diplomatic unease. The incident has sparked worries about its potential impact on African unity and trade relations- but what could happen next?
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