Government declines MTN’s GH¢20m donation for Ghanaian xenophobia victims
The Government of Ghana has declined a GH¢20 million donation reportedly offered by MTN Ghana to support Ghanaians affected by recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it had taken note of media reports suggesting that MTN Ghana was preparing to […]
The Government of Ghana has declined a GH¢20 million donation offered by MTN Ghana to assist Ghanaians impacted by recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. In a statement on August 26, 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs acknowledged media reports suggesting the donation was planned by MTN Ghana's Chairman, Dr Ishmael Yamson.
While appreciating the gesture, the government decided not to accept the offer, citing that it had already allocated sufficient funds for the evacuation and reintegration of affected Ghanaians. The Ministry reiterated its commitment to the humanitarian evacuation efforts and promised to publish a detailed cost breakdown once the exercise concluded.
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