Ghana has issued a formal travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to South Africa, following renewed reports of xenophobic attacks targeting African migrants. The advisory, released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra on Monday, reflects growing concern over violence directed at foreign nationals in the country.
The Ghanaian government stated that the situation has prompted diplomatic engagement, evacuation efforts, and heightened safety warnings for its citizens residing in South Africa. Reports of anti-immigrant violence continue to surface across parts of South Africa, with authorities alleging that foreign-owned businesses and African migrants have been targeted in several incidents. Ghana expressed deep concern over what it describes as increasing xenophobic attacks against Africans in South Africa.
In response, Ghana confirmed it has summoned South Africa’s acting envoy in Accra, filed formal diplomatic protests, and escalated the matter to the African Union. The government also confirmed that evacuation processes for affected nationals are ongoing. Ghana is working closely with its diplomatic mission in South Africa to monitor developments and protect its citizens. It has petitioned the African Union over the reported violence and continues to urge South African authorities to strengthen protection for foreign residents. Officials say the travel advisory remains in place until conditions improve, as regional concern grows over the safety of African migrants in South Africa.
Tensions in South Africa escalated between April and June 2026, with renewed anti-immigrant protests reported in major cities including Johannesburg, Pretoria, and Durban. More than 300 Ghanaians were reportedly evacuated in phases, with additional departures planned. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has previously linked rising xenophobic tensions to socio-economic pressures associated with illegal immigration, noting that undocumented migration places strain on public infrastructure and services, especially in vulnerable communities. He warned that pressure on healthcare, housing, and municipal services is increasing.
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