Mahama calls for AU dialogue on migration after South Africa xenophobic tensions
President John Dramani Mahama has described recent tensions involving African migrants in South Africa as unfortunate, warning that such incidents could undermine efforts to deepen integration across the continent.
President John Dramani Mahama has urged the African Union (AU) to engage in discussions regarding migration, following recent xenophobic incidents in South Africa. He cautioned that such occurrences could hinder progress towards deeper continental integration. In an interview with TRT World, the President termed the events as unfortunate, particularly during a period when African nations are striving to enhance intra-African trade and facilitate movement of people and goods.
Mahama emphasized that migration challenges necessitate dialogue and suitable policy responses, rather than hostility or vigilantism. He stressed that Africa requires increased integration, which is why the South African situation is regrettable, as it occurs while the continent seeks to trade more among itself and improve cross-border movement of people and goods.
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