Ghana welcomes first group fleeing South African anti-immigration protests
Summary
A plane with 300 Ghanaian citizens has arrived in Accra after they left South Africa due to anti-immigration protests. These people, including women and children, decided to return because they felt unsafe amid growing violence and harassment against migrants in South Africa.Key Facts
- 300 Ghanaians were flown from South Africa to Ghana as part of a voluntary return effort.
- The group included women and children who faced harassment and job losses in South Africa.
- About 800 Ghanaians asked to be evacuated because of rising xenophobia (fear or dislike of foreigners) in South Africa.
- South Africa reported that about 90% of the travelers did not have valid visas or had overstayed them.
- Ghana's Foreign Minister promised protection for Ghanaians abroad as they welcomed the returnees.
- The Ghanaian high commissioner criticized South Africa for delays in visa renewals.
- Migrants are being blamed by some South Africans for economic problems like high unemployment.
- South African officials condemned violence against foreigners and promised to stop xenophobic attacks.
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