The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced an update on the planned evacuation of Ghanaians from South Africa, which was originally scheduled to begin on 21 May 2026.
The government of Ghana notes that more than 800 Ghanaians have registered with the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria seeking evacuation following reports of renewed xenophobic attacks.
According to the Ministry, the planned evacuation has been deferred by a few days due to logistical and legal requirements in South Africa. These include mandatory passenger screening, multi-institutional coordination, and the securing of flight permits.
The Ministry explained that the scale of the operation and compliance with South African legal conditions necessitated additional time for proper coordination.
Ghanaian and South African authorities have since agreed on enhanced pre-evacuation arrangements aimed at expediting the process.
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Senior officials from both governments are said to remain actively engaged in ongoing discussions to facilitate the evacuation exercise.
The Government of Ghana assured affected nationals of its commitment to ensuring their safe return home, adding that efforts are being made in their best interest. It also commended them for their patience and cooperation during the process.
The Ministry further assured the public of continued transparent and timely updates in line with good governance practices.
