Also known as: SAPS
South African Police Service — law enforcement agency that investigates murders and xenophobic violence against foreign nationals, including Ghanaians, in South Africa.
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The Ghanaian Times
… According to the Ministry, the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria, acting on its instructions, has formally lodged Ghana’s protest with South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation and filed a complaint with the South African Police Service after confirming …
Ghana condemns killing of citizen in South Africa, demands justiceThe Ghanaian Times
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the murder of a 35-year-old Ghanaian man, Mr. …
SAPS Investigates murder of Ghanaian in South AfricaThe Chronicle
… Diplomatic response already in motion The Ghana High Commission in Pretoria has registered a formal protest with South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation and filed a criminal complaint with the South African Police Service. …
Ghana confirms first citizen killed in South Africa’s xenophobic violence, demands justiceJoy Online
… ible must be brought to justice without delay.” According to the Ministry, Ghana’s High Commission in Pretoria has already lodged a formal protest with South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation and filed a complaint with the South African Police Service …
Government begins process to bring home Ghanaian killed in South AfricaJoy Online
… delay.” The Ministry disclosed that, acting on its instructions, Ghana’s High Commission in Pretoria had formally registered Ghana’s protest with South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation and also filed a complaint with the South African Police Service …
We expect urgent action – Ghana presses AU over xenophobic attacks after citizen killed in South AfricaJoy Online
… ut delay.” The ministry disclosed that, acting on its instructions, the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria had formally lodged Ghana’s protest with South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation and also filed a complaint with the South African Police Service …
Gov’t demands justice after citizen shot dead in South Africa xenophobic attackJoy Online
… He disclosed that the South African Police Service has been engaged to provide security at the various safe havens while arrangements are being finalised for another evacuation exercise. …
Ghana High Commission urges nationals in South Africa to stay indoors over anti-immigrant protestsJoy Online
… In the 2022/23 financial year, the South African Police Service (SAPS) recorded over 1.8 million counts of serious and violent crimes, a 7.7% increase from the previous year. …
Evacuated Ghanaians make nation proud with clean security record in South Africa – AblakwaThe Ghanaian Times
… The South African Police Service, the National Prosecuting Authority, and the Independent Police Investigative Directorate must investigate every documented incident.” Mr Afenyo-Markin made the remarks on Tuesday while delivering a statement on the floor of the Economic Community …
Attacks on African migrants in South Africa Move beyond condemnation to action – Minority Leader demands accountability from S.A govtJoy Online
… A formal case has since been opened with the South African Police Service, while the Nigerian mission has called on the Independent Police Investigative Directorate to conduct a thorough, transparent and impartial investigation. …
South Africa xenophobic attacks: Nigeria demands protection after two citizens killedGhana's government has condemned the killing of 40-year-old Ghanaian national Bashiru Isak, who was fatally shot in Cape Town on June 30 during anti-immigrant demonstrations, and has lodged a formal protest with South African authorities demanding a full investigation and prosecution of those responsible.
17 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's government has condemned the killing of 40-year-old Ghanaian national Bashiru Isak, who was fatally shot in Cape Town on June 30 during anti-immigrant demonstrations, and has lodged a formal protest with South African authorities demanding a full investigation and prosecution of those responsible.
17 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
South African Police Service confirmed the murder of 35-year-old Ghanaian Kwabena Boagen in Nyanga on June 29, 2026, allegedly linked to extortion; gunmen remain at large and detectives are investigating.
19 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
A 40-year-old Ghanaian national was shot dead in Cape Town on Monday amid South Africa's escalating xenophobic demonstrations, prompting Ghana's Foreign Affairs Ministry to lodge a formal diplomatic protest and demand investigation and prosecution.
22 hours ago · The Chronicle →
The Ghanaian government has begun arrangements to repatriate the body of 40-year-old Bashiru Isak, who was shot dead during anti-immigrant demonstrations in Cape Town on June 30. Ghana's High Commission in Pretoria has lodged a formal protest and demanded a full investigation into the killing.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has intensified diplomatic pressure following the fatal shooting of a 40-year-old Ghanaian national, Bashiru Isak, during xenophobic attacks in Cape Town on June 30. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the African Union Commission to urgently address Ghana's petition against xenophobia in South Africa and has filed formal protests and complaints with South African authorities.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has demanded a full investigation and swift prosecution following the fatal shooting of 40-year-old Ghanaian Bashiru Isak in Cape Town on June 30 during xenophobic demonstrations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the "senseless act of violence" and has filed a formal protest with South Africa's Department of International Relations and Cooperation and lodged a complaint with the South African Police Service.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's High Commission in South Africa has advised Ghanaian nationals to remain indoors and suspend business activities on June 30 amid planned anti-immigrant demonstrations. The High Commissioner said the Mission has secured accommodation at churches and hotels, coordinated police protection, and is arranging another evacuation exercise for those wishing to return home.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian nationals evacuated from South Africa following xenophobic attacks have cleared extensive security screening without any criminal links, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. He said the outcome vindicated Ghana's reputation as a law-abiding nation and enhanced the country's image following the crisis.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on the South African government to move beyond condemning xenophobic attacks on African migrants and ensure that perpetrators are arrested and prosecuted. Speaking at the ECOWAS Parliament, he demanded the establishment of a Special Committee on the Safety and Protection of ECOWAS Citizens Abroad and a formal statement to the South African government.
8 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Federal Government has called on South African authorities to protect Nigerians and other foreign nationals following renewed xenophobic violence that killed two Nigerian citizens. The Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg confirmed that Amaramiro Emmanuel and Ekpenyong Andrew were killed in separate incidents linked to anti-foreigner tensions, with both deaths allegedly involving South African security personnel.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
A former Ghana High Commissioner to South Africa, Charles Owiredu, has criticized South Africa's police ministry statement condemning xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals as insufficient, noting that past similar responses have failed to stop recurring violence and calling for involvement of ECOWAS and the African Union in addressing the issue.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →
South Africa's Minister of Police Professor Firoz Cachalia has strongly condemned recent xenophobic acts of violence and intimidation directed at Ghanaians and other foreign nationals, stating such actions violate constitutional values and warning that the South African Police Service will act decisively to arrest and prosecute those involved.
24 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →