Government confirms death of Ghanaian in South African xenophobic attacks

The Government of Ghana has confirmed the death of a Ghanaian who was killed in xenophobic attacks during the mass protests in South Africa on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on July 1, 2026, the ministry identified the victim as 40-year-old Bashiru Isak.

According to the ministry, the deceased was killed during an anti-immigration protest in Khayelitsha, a community in Cape Town.

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has received with profound shock and sadness reports of the fatal shooting of a Ghanaian national, Mr Bashiru Isak, aged 40 years, in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, South Africa, on Monday, June 30, 2026, during anti-immigrant demonstrations linked to ongoing xenophobic attacks,” parts of the statement read.

The ministry went on to strongly condemn the attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa, describing them as “senseless acts of violence”.

It also called on the South African authorities to heed the Government of Ghana's demand to ensure that the incident is properly investigated and that the perpetrators are brought to justice.

“On the instructions of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria has formally registered Ghana's protest with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, and has subsequently filed a complaint with the South African Police Service. These steps were carried out after confirming the identity of the deceased and notifying the bereaved family. At the request of the Government of Ghana, an autopsy has since been performed on the body.

“Ghana demands from the South African authorities a full, transparent and expedited investigation leading to the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators. We also reiterate our call on the South African authorities to ensure enhanced protection for all Ghanaian nationals in affected communities,” it said.

The ministry also extended its condolences to the family of the deceased.

It disclosed that arrangements are underway to repatriate the mortal remains of the victim for a proper burial.

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BAI