Government pursues justice for four Ghanaians who died during South Africa crisis
By: Hannah Dadzie Government says it will continue to pursue diplomatic and legal avenues to ensure justice for four Ghanaians who lost their lives amid the recent xenophobic attacks and related circumstances in South Africa. The four are Bashiru Issahaq, Kwadwo Antwi, Amoonu Jailor Nash and Ebenezer Ayi Tawiah. Addressing a media briefing in Accra […]
Government pledges to pursue justice for four Ghanaians who died in South Africa during recent xenophobic attacks. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, emphasized the commitment to hold accountable those responsible for the deaths. Bashiru Issahaq, Kwadwo Antwi, Amoonu Jailor Nash, and Ebenezer Ayi Tawiah were among the victims.
Issahaq was killed in Khayelitsha, Cape Town during anti-immigrant violence on June 30, 2026. Ghana's High Commission in Pretoria lodged a protest and filed a complaint with South African authorities. The government is still awaiting a response on Issahaq's death. Antwi died in Prieska in the Northern Cape Province, while Nash's death in East London is currently under investigation by South African police.
Nash's remains were repatriated to Ghana on September 3. Ebenezer Ayi Tawiah died upon arrival at the Kotoka International Airport on August 17 due to lack of medical care caused by harassment by vigilante groups. The government extended condolences to the bereaved families and assured continued support in seeking justice.
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