Ghana to Repatriate Citizen Targeted in South African Xenophobic Attack, Cover All Costs
ACCRA — Ghana’s government has announced it will relocate Emmanuel Asamoah, a Ghanaian man who was the victim of a xenophobic incident in South Africa, to a safer undisclosed location at full state expense, officials confirmed Monday.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration said it has been in regular contact with Asamoah since the incident, which went viral on social media and sparked outrage across Ghana. The government will cover all travel and resettlement costs to move him away from the perceived threat.
For security reasons, Asamoah’s new location will not be disclosed.Officials emphasized that Asamoah is legally residing in South Africa and has not violated any laws.
His immigration status is not in question, and the relocation is purely a protective measure in response to the attack against him.
The nature of the xenophobic incident was not detailed in the ministry’s statement. However, the government described the event as “offensive and dehumanizing,” saying it had deeply shaken Asamoah.
“The incident has been deeply distressing for Mr. Asamoah, and the government of Ghana stands firmly with him and all Ghanaians abroad who face such senseless acts,” a ministry spokesperson said.
The move comes as Ghanaian authorities continue to monitor the safety of their citizens in South Africa, where anti-foreigner sentiment has periodically flared into violent attacks targeting immigrants from other African nations.
The ministry urged calm and advised Ghanaians in South Africa to remain vigilant and report any threats to Ghana’s diplomatic mission in Pretoria.
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