Xenophobic Attacks: Ablakwa provides latest updates on Ghanaian immigrants

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has detailed steps being taken by the government following a viral video showing a confrontation between a Ghanaian migrant and some South Africans.

In a post shared on his X page on April 23, 2026, Ablakwa indicated that he had summoned the Acting South African High Commissioner to Ghana, Thando Dalamba, for urgent discussions over the incident.

“Earlier today I summoned the Acting South African High Commissioner to Ghana, Mr Thando Dalamba,” the minister stated.

According to the post, the minister conveyed Ghana’s strong condemnation of what he described as ongoing xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians and other African nationals living in South Africa during the meeting.

“We are urging South African authorities to take decisive action in protecting the human rights and dignity of our nationals and all Africans,” he said.

The minister further stressed that Ghana expects swift action from South African authorities, including expedited investigations into the incident and the prosecution of those responsible.

He noted that holding perpetrators accountable would serve as a deterrent against future attacks.

Ablakwa added that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will, in due course, communicate additional measures being taken in response to the situation.

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Earlier today I summoned the Acting South African High Commissioner to Ghana, Mr. Thando Dalamba.

At the meeting, I conveyed the Government of Ghana’s strong condemnation of the continuous xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians and other Africans living in South Africa.

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— Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa (@S_OkudzetoAblak) April 23, 2026