Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant protests

Thecitizen_co_tz | 28-05-2026 01:57am |

Ghanaian nationals were seen queuing at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport on Wednesday morning as they prepared to return to their home country. This repatriation followed a series of anti-immigrant protests in South Africa, which raised concerns for the safety of foreign nationals, including Ghanaians. The Ghanaian government had arranged for the evacuation of its citizens amid the escalating tensions. Authorities have been working to ensure the safe return of those affected by the unrest.

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