Ghana’s motto is ‘When you touch one Ghanaian, you touch all of us’ – Ablakwa
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, says the government’s swift evacuation of Ghanaians who felt unsafe in South Africa amid xenophobic attacks reflects the country’s commitment to protecting its citizens wherever they may be. He said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs takes its consular responsibilities seriously and is guided by the principle that […]
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ghana, emphasized the country's dedication to safeguarding its citizens across the globe during a recent interview on TV3. Addressing the prompt evacuation of Ghanaians facing danger in South Africa, Ablakwa highlighted the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' unwavering commitment to consular responsibilities.
He underscored that an attack on a single Ghanaian anywhere in the world is perceived as an attack on all Ghanaians, a principle guiding the nation's actions. Ablakwa explained that this was the first time Ghana had swiftly evacuated its citizens during a xenophobic outbreak, as opposed to previous incidents that had caused xenophobic tensions across the continent.
The evacuation process specifically targeted those who felt unsafe, had been attacked, or had sought refuge at diplomatic facilities, including a Church of Pentecost facility. The government ensured that all registered Ghanaian evacuees were safely returned home. Ablakwa proudly noted that Ghana was the pioneer in this intervention, reinforcing the government's duty to protect Ghanaians abroad.
He reiterated the ministry's motto: "when you touch one Ghanaian, you touch all of us," emphasizing the collective impact of safeguarding each individual.
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