Ghana High Commission assures citizens in South Africa of protection amid anti-immigration protests

Ghana's High Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Quashie, stated on June 30, 2026, that the mission is in constant contact with South African security agencies and other stakeholders, monitoring developments through intelligence channels. The High Commission has advised Ghanaian business owners to temporarily close their shops until the situation stabilizes, following a June 30 ultimatum by protesters demanding undocumented African migrants leave South Africa. Quashie emphasized that the High Commission will not remain passive and will use diplomacy to resolve the issue, urging Ghanaians to exercise caution and remain indoors where necessary.

He also conveyed that the Ghanaian government, including President John Dramani Mahama and the foreign affairs minister, is closely monitoring the situation and is concerned for the well-being of Ghanaians in South Africa. The High Commission has increased surveillance in affected communities and is coordinating with Ghanaian community leaders.