Ghana fully funded evacuation of nationals from South Africa – Foreign Affairs Ministry
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified that Ghana fully funded the evacuation of its nationals from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks, stressing that the country did not seek financial or material support from the South African Government. The Ministry made the clarification in response to media reports suggesting that the South African Government […]
The Ghanaian Foreign Affairs Ministry has affirmed that the country fully covered the costs of evacuating its citizens from South Africa amidst recent xenophobic incidents. The Ministry made this clarification in response to reports indicating that South Africa is seeking around $18 million in reimbursement from various African nations for their assistance during the evacuation of foreign nationals.
Ghana has firmly stated that it did not solicit any financial or material aid from South Africa for the repatriation of its nationals. The Ministry emphasized that all evacuations, totaling over 1,600 Ghanaians since May 2026, have been entirely financed by Ghana and its partners. Upon arrival in Ghana, evacuees are provided with assistance for reintegration, including transport funds and other relief items.
The Ministry has reassured Ghanaians that the nation will not be approached by South Africa to reimburse the costs of repatriating foreign nationals, underscoring its dedication to safeguarding the lives and welfare of its citizens abroad, irrespective of the associated expenses. The Ministry also expressed its appreciation to President John Mahama and Ghanaian partners for their support in facilitating this fully funded evacuation initiative.
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