The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ghana has advised against non essential travel to South Africa amid ongoing xenophobia attacks on other African nationals.
In a Statement issued on Monday,June 1,2026, the Ministry explained the necessity of the move highlighting the increasing xenophobic attacks in South Africa targeted at Africans by groups presenting themselves as anti-immigrant vigilantes which has in some cases resulted in degrees of injuries, closure and takeover of businesses, looting and loss of properties.
The Ministry added the latest move adds to several safety measures put in place by the government to ensure the well being of Ghanaians amid the ongoing attacks.
The Ministry also urged Ghanaian nationals in the country to maintain regular contact with the Ghana High Commission for consular services.
It furthered called on the Government of the Republic of South Africa to provide adequate security for targeted groups of Africans in its territory and take measures to enforce law and order in the spirit of genuine Pan-Africanism and African integration.
The Ministry then reassured the public about its commitment to prioritizing the welfare of Ghanaian nationals home and abroad.
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