Ghana’s Excessive Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Quashie, has revealed that 410 Ghanaians fleeing xenophobic assaults in South Africa will likely be evacuated over the weekend.
This weekend group is the second spherical of the train, following the profitable arrival of 300 evacuees on Wednesday, Could 27, 2026.
In response to the Excessive Commissioner, “The following group will include 410 evacuees who’ve given us their names and wish to return voluntarily. Will probably be subsequent Sunday or Tuesday. Now we have not selected the precise date but, however it will likely be throughout these three days.”
He revealed on JoyFM’s Tremendous Morning Present on Thursday, Could 28, that about 1,000 Ghanaians residing in South Africa have registered to return dwelling because of worry of assaults.
“As of this morning (Thursday, Could 28), we’ve been knowledgeable that just about 1,000 folks have totally registered and have expressed a want to depart South Africa and return to their dwelling nations,” he mentioned.
In the meantime, International Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa urged the displaced folks to not lose hope, assuring them that the federal government has plans in place to help their reintegration.
Addressing returnees on the Accra Worldwide Airport on Wednesday, Could 27, Mr Ablakwa inspired them to stay optimistic regardless of their experiences overseas.
“We do not need any of you to really feel damaged. Do not get discouraged or discouraged. Ensure that the Almighty has higher plans for you,” he instructed evacuees upon arrival.
