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  1. June 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … It cannot also unclog a congested port in Durban. And it certainly cannot attract capital into an economy struggling to grow. …

    Protector or Predator? How anti-immigrant violence is undermining South Africa’s economic recovery

  3. Joy Online

    … In Durban, foreigners have been camping outside the city’s home affairs department for several weeks, saying they fear for their lives. …

    South Africa’s president unveils crackdown on illegal migration

  4. Joy Online

    … President Mahama said many displaced Ghanaians from Durban and other communities sought refuge at Ghana’s High Commission in Pretoria. …

    Ghana-South Africa relations remain intact despite xenophobic attacks – Mahama

  5. Joy Online

    … Speaking at Chatham House in London, President Mahama detailed how Ghana was forced to intervene after its citizens came under attack, particularly in Durban and other areas. …

    South African authorities did ‘little to quell’ xenophobic violence – Mahama
  6. May 2026

  7. Joy Online

    … One was in the south of the port city of Durban in June that year and another occurred in Johannesburg a month later. …

    ‘Gifts’ from a lover and ‘botched’ cocaine raids: Police inquiry grips South Africa

  8. Joy Online

    The Ghana High Commission in Pretoria has cautioned Ghanaians living in Durban and surrounding areas to exercise heightened vigilance ahead of a planned anti-immigration demonstration scheduled for Wednesday, May 13, 2026. …

    Ghana High Commission warns Ghanaians in Durban ahead of anti-immigration protest

  9. Joy Online

    … Speaking at the opening of Africa’s Travel Indaba in Durban on Tuesday, Ramaphosa said government was focusing on improving regional travel, expanding air connectivity and implementing visa reforms to position both South Africa and the continent as globally competitive tourism de …

    Africa’s Trade Indaba: South Africa targets new tourism markets as arrivals hit 10.5 million

  10. Joy Online

    The Ghana High Commission in South Africa says a local mayor has stepped down from a controversial directive that led to the closure and alleged takeover of foreign-owned businesses in parts of Estcourt, near Durban. …

    South African Mayor stands down on foreign shop closures amid diplomatic push

  11. Joy Online

    … South Africa has in recent weeks witnessed renewed protests and attacks targeting foreign nationals in parts of Durban, Cape Town, East London and KwaZulu-Natal. …

    Xenophobic attacks: Nigerian lives more important than investment — Senator Oshiomhole

  12. Joy Online

    … Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on Monday, May 11, Mr Anani Quashie said the mayor in an area known as Estcourt, near Durban, had seized keys to shops owned by Ghanaians and other African migrants who were legally operating businesses. …

    Xenophobic attacks escalate in South Africa as officials reportedly join crackdown on foreign nationals
World & Region

Ghana spent GH¢49.72m evacuating 1,900 citizens from South Africa

The News

The government evacuated 1,900 Ghanaians from South Africa following xenophobic attacks, spending GH¢49.72 million on chartered flights, accommodation, medical care, and reintegration support across two phases in May-June and the second phase. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said the evacuation demonstrated the government's commitment to protecting citizens in dangerous situations.

7 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 7 September

  1. Ghana spent GH¢49.72m evacuating 1,900 citizens from South Africa

    The government evacuated 1,900 Ghanaians from South Africa following xenophobic attacks, spending GH¢49.72 million on chartered flights, accommodation, medical care, and reintegration support across two phases in May-June and the second phase. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said the evacuation demonstrated the government's commitment to protecting citizens in dangerous situations.

    7 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 5 September

  1. Ghana completes evacuation of 1,900 citizens from South Africa

    Ghana has concluded its evacuation of citizens affected by xenophobic attacks in South Africa, bringing about 1,900 Ghanaians back home across two phases. The second phase brought 1,000 evacuees and included reintegration support, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.

    5 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. Mali musician Salif Keïta cancels South Africa concerts

    World-famous Malian musician Salif Keïta has cancelled performances at South Africa's Macufe festival next month, citing what he calls "xenophobic violence" against African migrants. The 77-year-old said he could not ignore reports of attacks on migrants seeking work, safety, and dignity.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 27 August

  1. Mali musician Salif Keïta cancels South Africa concerts over xenophobic violence

    Malian musician Salif Keïta has cancelled his performances at South Africa's Macufe festival next month, citing reports of xenophobic violence against African migrants. The 77-year-old said he could not ignore attacks on migrants seeking work, safety, and dignity, describing the cancellation as a rejection of hate.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 16 July

  1. Ehalakasa appeals for government funding for world poetry slam team

    Ghana's spoken word collective Ehalakasa is requesting government support to send three representatives to the 2026 World Poetry Slam Championship in Durban, South Africa, arguing that national representation should extend beyond football to include arts and culture.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 9 July

  1. South African anti-immigration protesters force foreigners from homes

    Anti-immigration groups in South Africa seized foreigners from homes in Johannesburg and handed them to police, including a woman and child from Malawi, while another apprehended man claimed to hold a legal Zimbabwean Exemption Permit. The protests, which included door-to-door searches and marches in multiple cities, reflect a surge in anti-immigrant sentiment amid high unemployment.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Over 900 arrested as South African anti-migrant protests turn violent

    South African police arrested more than 900 people during nationwide anti-migrant protests on Tuesday, with 108 of 120 marches remaining peaceful while 12 required police intervention. Violence included looting and at least one fatal shooting in Johannesburg's Alexandra township, where residents targeted informal shops owned by foreign nationals.

    1 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. South Africa anti-migrant protests escalate with nationwide marches

    Anti-immigrant protesters marched across South African cities on Tuesday, marking a deadline they set for undocumented migrants to leave, prompting thousands of African foreign nationals to flee ahead of the demonstrations. At least four people have been killed and thousands of foreigners driven from homes with property vandalized, amid months of unrest that has drawn international condemnation.

    1 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 30 June

  1. South Africa deploys heavy police presence as anti-migrant protests continue

    Police have been deployed across South Africa amid fears that anti-immigration protests could turn violent, with the demonstrations marking an unofficial deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave. The Ministry of Police reported that protests were largely peaceful nationwide, though isolated incidents of looting and window-breaking occurred in Johannesburg and arrests were made in Soweto and KwaZulu-Natal.

    30 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 29 June

  1. South Africa's president warns anti-migrant protesters against intimidation

    President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned protesters against migrants to act without "intimidation, threats or ultimatums" ahead of an unofficial deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave South Africa. Several thousand African nationals have already left in recent weeks amid fears of violence, while the president reminded citizens that lawful foreign nationals contribute to the economy and are entitled to constitutional protection.

    29 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Thousands of migrants flee South Africa ahead of anti-immigrant protests

    Thousands of Malawian and Zimbabwean migrants are attempting to leave South Africa before nationwide anti-immigrant protests scheduled for June 30, fearing violence. The country has experienced xenophobic protests and attacks in recent weeks, prompting the government and police to deploy security measures while appealing for peaceful conduct.

    29 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 26 June

  1. South African migrants flee ahead of anti-immigrant protests

    Thousands of Malawian and Zimbabwean migrants are seeking to leave South Africa before nationwide anti-immigrant protests on June 30, fearing violence. South Africa has experienced xenophobic protests and attacks in recent weeks, prompting many foreigners to flee.

    26 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. African leaders pursue automotive manufacturing growth through training

    African Union officials are attending an eight-week executive course in Ghana to develop skills in automotive production and value-chain management, aimed at transforming Africa from a market for second-hand vehicles into a manufacturing hub. Vehicle sales in Africa have surged 22 percent over the past year.

    24 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Thursday 18 June

  1. South African unions tell workers to avoid anti-migrant protests

    South Africa's largest labour unions, including COSATU which represents around 2 million people, have urged workers not to participate in anti-immigrant protests ahead of a June 30 deadline set by anti-immigrant groups and warned that workers who skip work to attend protests will not be protected and risk their employment.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Pan-African automotive executive course launches in Accra

    A six-week executive short course hosted by the Association of African Automotive Manufacturers and the AfCFTA Secretariat, alongside partners including Afreximbank and GIZ, opened in Accra, designed to strengthen Africa's capacity to implement the African Continental Free Trade Area in the automotive sector.

    17 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. South Africa migrants face deadline and escalating xenophobic violence

    As anti-migrant protests set a 30 June deadline for undocumented migrants to leave South Africa, hundreds of foreign nationals—mainly Malawians—have fled their homes following violent intimidation by groups carrying weapons. Migrants report door-to-door attacks and are gathering in makeshift settlements seeking refuge.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. MP condemns xenophobic violence against migrants in South Africa

    Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Etse Kwami Dafeamekpor has condemned xenophobic violence targeting African migrants in South Africa, telling the Pan African Parliament that recent incidents in Durban and KwaZulu-Natal represent a "gradual normalization of organised hostility" against foreign nationals. He stressed that such conduct is unlawful and inconsistent with African values, and called for continental action.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ghanaian woman in South Africa refuses to leave despite xenophobic attack

    Princess Adjei, a 33-year-old Ghanaian who moved to South Africa as a toddler, lost her hair salon and apartment during an anti-migrant march in Durban but says she has no plans to leave, as South Africa is the only place she has ever called home.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. African migrants with deep South African roots flee xenophobic violence

    Princess Adjei, who moved to South Africa from Ghana as a toddler and spent her entire life there, saw her hair salon looted during May anti-migrant demonstrations. She and her 14-year-old son are now among scores of long-term residents forced onto the streets after attacks targeting foreign nationals, despite many having legal documentation.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 15 June

  1. South Africa's xenophobic violence damaging global reputation, minister warns

    South Africa's justice minister has warned that a surge in attacks on foreign nationals is damaging the country's global image and affecting South African artists and businesses abroad. The violence has prompted several African countries, including Ghana, Malawi, and Mozambique, to repatriate their nationals over safety concerns.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Anti-immigrant violence undermines South Africa's economic recovery

    An opinion article argues that anti-immigrant violence in South Africa, driven by beliefs that foreign nationals displace local workers, threatens the informal traders, migrant entrepreneurs and township supply chains that sustain the country's economy.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 7 June

  1. South Africa president announces crackdown on illegal migration

    President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced new measures to combat illegal migration, including jailing employers who hire undocumented workers, establishing dedicated courts for deportations, and creating a biometric register for all residents. The announcement comes as anti-foreigner tensions escalate and several African nations organize evacuation of their nationals from South Africa.

    7 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Ghana-South Africa ties intact despite xenophobic attacks

    President Mahama said Ghana's diplomatic relations with South Africa remain strong despite recent xenophobic attacks that forced evacuation of some Ghanaians. He described the attacks as unfortunate and noted this is the first time Ghanaians have been significantly targeted in such surges of anti-foreign violence.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 1 June

  1. Mahama criticises South Africa's response to xenophobic violence

    President John Mahama has criticised South African authorities for doing "little" to quell recent xenophobic attacks and protect displaced foreigners, including nearly 200 Ghanaians who sought refuge in Ghana's embassy. Ghana organised its own evacuation of citizens after local authorities failed to intervene, with one flight completed and two more planned.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 30 May

  1. South African police corruption inquiry enters second phase

    An investigation into alleged police corruption in South Africa, led by retired Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, has completed its second phase with an interim report submitted to President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday. The 64-day hearing phase included testimony from 32 witnesses and revealed allegations including infiltration of police and government by organised crime groups and details of an alleged drug cartel.

    30 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Ghana High Commission warns Ghanaians in Durban of anti-immigration protest

    The Ghana High Commission in Pretoria has cautioned Ghanaians in Durban ahead of a planned anti-immigration demonstration on May 13, 2026, advising them to avoid protest areas, carry valid identification and immigration documents, and temporarily close businesses.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. South Africa targets expanded tourism markets as arrivals climb

    South Africa welcomed 10.5 million international visitors last year, with three-quarters from the SADC region. President Ramaphosa said the government is intensifying efforts to expand into new global tourism markets through improved regional travel, expanded air connectivity, and visa reforms, including a proposed SADC UNIVISA system.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. South African mayor steps back from foreign shop closure directive

    The Ghana High Commission reports that a mayor in Estcourt, near Durban, has stepped down from a directive leading to closures and alleged takeover of foreign-owned businesses, following diplomatic pressure and threats of legal action. The High Commission says it remains firm that affected traders must receive justice, including return of business keys, before any negotiations proceed.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Senator Oshiomhole calls for MTN nationalisation over xenophobic attacks

    Senator Adams Oshiomhole defended his call to nationalise MTN and other South African companies operating in Nigeria, arguing that Nigerian lives must take precedence over foreign investment amid xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. He suggested Nigeria restructure ownership of affected firms to ensure local control and retain profits domestically rather than allowing South African shareholders to profit.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. South African officials join xenophobic crackdown on foreign nationals

    Xenophobic attacks in South Africa are intensifying, with local government officials reportedly participating in actions against foreign nationals, including legally resident African migrants. Ghana's High Commissioner reports that a mayor in Estcourt, near Durban, seized shops owned by Ghanaians and other African migrants and ordered foreign nationals to leave within 21 days.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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