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Over 800 Ghanaians register for evacuation from South Africa amid xenophobic attacks
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that more than 800 Ghanaians in South Africa have registered to be evacuated following the recent wave of xenophobic attacks in the country.
According to the Ministry, the evacuation exercise, which was scheduled to begin on May 21, 2026, has been postponed for a few days to allow authorities to complete the necessary legal and logistical processes required by South African authorities.
In a press release issued in Accra on Thursday, the Ministry explained that the large number of people seeking evacuation requires extensive coordination between Ghanaian and South African institutions.
The statement noted that mandatory passenger screening, flight permits and other legal conditions in South Africa must be completed before the evacuation can begin.
It added that officials from both Ghana and South Africa are currently engaging to ensure a smoother and more efficient evacuation process.
The Ministry indicated that both countries have agreed on enhanced pre-evacuation arrangements to speed up the exercise and ensure the safe return of Ghanaian nationals.
According to the statement, senior government officials on both sides remain actively involved in discussions surrounding the evacuation.
The Government of Ghana assured Ghanaians living in South Africa that every effort is being made to guarantee their safety and return home safely.
The Ministry also commended the affected Ghanaians for their patience and understanding during the process.
It further assured the public that updates on the evacuation exercise would continue to be communicated in a transparent and timely manner.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Supreme Court has heard arguments in an application for interlocutory injunction filed by former GIIF CEO, Mr. Solomon Asamoah, the first accused person in the ongoing Skytrain scandal trial.
Mr. Asamoah has filed a certiorari application at the Supreme Court seeking to quash the High Court’s decision to dismiss his submission of no case, as well as an order quashing what he describes as a variation of his bail conditions.
Pending the determination of the certiorari application, he is asking the Supreme Court to injunct proceedings at the trial court.
The Attorney-General is opposed to both applications.
The Court, constituted by Justice Senyo Dzamefe, JSC, sitting as a sole judge of the Supreme Court, heard arguments from Mrs. Victoria Barth, counsel for the applicant, and Deputy Attorney-General, Dr. Justice Srem-Sai, and has adjourned the case to Monday, August 31, at 10 a.m. for a ruling.
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has extended the deadline for submission of event proposals for the 2026 edition of December in GH to Monday, September 7, 2026.
The extension gives event organisers, promoters, cultural innovators and experience creators additional time to submit concepts for inclusion in Ghana’s premier festive season.
This year’s December in GH calendar will run from December 1, 2026 to January 3, 2027, featuring culture, creativity, entertainment, heritage and unforgettable experiences.
According to the Authority, as a defining expression of the Black Star Experience, the season continues to evolve beyond a calendar of events into a nationwide cultural journey showcasing the rhythms, stories, flavours and expressions that make Ghana unique.
Selected events will form part of the official December in GH 2026 programme and will be integrated into the national campaign and amplified through GTA’s local and international promotional platforms.
