Photos: Eleventh batch of Ghanaian evacuees arrive from South Africa
The Government has received the 11th batch of Ghanaian nationals evacuated from South Africa following reported xenophobic attacks in the country.
The Ghanaian government welcomed the 11th group of nationals evacuated from South Africa on Monday, August 17, 2026. The 87 returnees touched down at the Accra International Airport as part of the second phase of the evacuation operation. They were greeted by a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including Ambassador Harold Agyeman, who pledged the government's commitment to aiding their reintegration.
Mr. Agyeman encouraged the evacuees to remain optimistic and utilize their experiences in South Africa to rebuild their lives and contribute to Ghana's growth. He highlighted the significance of African unity and coexistence, emphasizing that despite hardships, Ghanaians and South Africans remain part of the broader African community.
President John Dramani Mahama's administration provided support packages to facilitate the returnees' resettlement and reintegration. One individual from the group expressed gratitude to the government, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and other officials responsible for their safe return. The group also acknowledged the assistance of Ghana’s High Commission in Pretoria and other stakeholders during the evacuation process.
Various government agencies, such as the Ghana Armed Forces, Ghana Immigration Service, National Disaster Management Organisation, Ghana Red Cross, Port Health, and others, were present to help the returnees and support their transition back into their communities.
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