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Ghana evacuates 300 citizens from South Africa after renewed xenophobic attacks

Africa

Ghana evacuates 300 citizens from South Africa after renewed xenophobic attacks

Ghana’s appeal, signed by Ablakwa, also proposed coordinated action, including a fact-finding mission, stronger monitoring systems and structured dialogue with South African authorities.

By David Abonyo 13 May 2026

Ghana pushes AU to act over xenophobic attacks in South Africa

Africa

Ghana pushes AU to act over xenophobic attacks in South Africa

The request, signed by Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, seeks inclusion of the matter on the agenda of the Eighth Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union scheduled for June 24–June 27,2026 in El Alamein, Egypt.

By David Abonyo 7 May 2026

Ghana temporarily closes US embassy amid visa scandal allegations

Global Affairs

Ghana temporarily closes US embassy amid visa scandal allegations

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa revealed that the decision to shut down the embassy comes after an audit team he appointed uncovered serious irregularities linked to corruption within the diplomatic mission.

By Brenda Socky 27 May 2025