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Ghana demands justice after citizen allegedly killed during June 30 ... Ghana’s government has called for swift justice after confirming that a Ghanaian national was fatally shot during the June 30 anti-immigration demonstrations in South Africa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the killing as a “senseless act of violence” and demanded the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. Diplomatic steps and official protests The ministry said it had received reports that 44-year-old Bashiru Isak was fatally shot during demonstrations linked to what the statement described as ongoing xenophobic attacks. Ghana’s High Commission in Pretoria has lodged a formal protest with South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation and filed a complaint with the South African Police Service (SAPS). Calls for investigation and protections The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said an autopsy was conducted at the request of the Ghanaian government and that Ghana is demanding “a full, transparent and expedited investigation leading to the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators.” The ministry also urged South African authorities to strengthen protections for foreign national…

Ghana wants justice served after citizen gunned down in Cape Town Story audio is generated using AI A married father of three who has lived in South Africa for 20 years was shot dead during this week’s anti-immigrant protests. The citizen of Ghana was named by his government as Bashiru Isak. The 40-year-old was attacked at his tailoring business in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. Ghanaian foreign affairs minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said the government had learnt of the murder with profound shock and sadness. “The government of Ghana condemns, in the strongest terms, this senseless act of violence and the rising tide of xenophobia targeting African nationals, including Ghanaians, in South Africa. “The taking of any life is unacceptable, and those responsible must be brought to justice without delay. “Ghana demands from the South African authorities a full, transparent and expedited investigation leading to the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators.” Ablakwa urged South African authorities to ensure enhanced protection for foreign nationals, including Ghanaians, in affected communities. Ghana previously submitted a petition to the African Union (AU), urging a fact-finding mission …

Ghana🇬🇭 condemned the fatal shooting of one of its citizens in Cape Town, South Africa, during anti-immigrant protests on June 30. The Ghana High Commission in Pretoria lodged a formal protest with South African authorities and filed an official complaint with the police.

Ghana Declines State Visit By South African President Ramaphosa Over ... President Ramaphosa had been expected in Ghana during the first week of August for a state visit aimed at reinforcing the longstanding relationship between both countries. Fresh diplomatic tensions have emerged between Ghana and South Africa after the Ghanaian government declined to host South African President Cyril Ramaphosa for a planned state visit, citing concerns over the reported killing of a Ghanaian citizen and alleged xenophobic attacks against its nationals. The decision follows the death of 40-year-old Bashiru Isak, whom Ghana says was killed during demonstrations associated with renewed attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa on June 30, 2026. Officials in Accra said the postponement of the visit reflects Ghana's growing concern over the security of its citizens residing in South Africa. They maintained that ensuring the safety of Ghanaians abroad must take precedence over high-level diplomatic engagements. President Ramaphosa had been expected in Ghana during the first week of August for a state visit aimed at reinforcing the longstanding relationship between both countries. The visit…

"Unacceptable": South African govt breaks silence on alleged killing of ... The South African government has rejected diplomatic claims from Ghana, stating that a citizen was killed during recent anti-immigrant protests The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development stated that local police records show the victim died during a business robbery Authorities confirmed that a tragic incident happened a day before the demonstrations and is being investigated as an extortion-related crime Ghana’s top stories, now easier to find. Discover our new search feature! The South African Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has accused the Ghanaian government of spreading inaccurate information regarding recent anti-immigrant protests. South African Minister Mmamoloko addresses claims over the killing of a Ghanaian man, as Ghana’s Minister Ablakwa faces mounting pressure. Image credit: mmkubayi, S_OkudzetoAblak/X, Nu Times Source: UGC According to a report by Briefly.co.za, she strongly disputed diplomatic claims surrounding the death of a Ghanaian national in Cape Town. Kubayi reportedly reacted directly to a diplomatic notice sent from Accra . While th…

Ghana🇬🇭 condemned the fatal shooting of one of its citizens in Cape Town, South Africa, during anti-immigrant protests on June 30. The Ghana High Commission in Pretoria lodged a formal protest with South African authorities and filed an official complaint with the police.

South Africa: Government Condemns False Information on Death of a Ghanaian National [SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development and chair of the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on Migration, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has strongly rejected as ''factually incorrect'' any link between anti-irregular migration demonstrations held earlier this week and the fatal shooting of a Ghanaian national in the Western Cape.

No visit for Ramaphosa - Ghana rejects South African President's ... The government has declined a request for a state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, citing heightened concerns over recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa that have affected Ghanaian nationals. According to Daily Graphic's diplomatic sources in Accra and Pretoria, the decision followed a surge in anti-foreigner violence in parts of South Africa in recent weeks that has led to the repatriation of approximately 1,000 Ghanaians, with an additional 900 Ghanaians said to be registered for repatriation. One Ghanaian was also reported to have been killed in the attacks on June 30 when South African xenophobic groups climaxed their demonstrations against African migrants in the country. South Africa has rejected Ghana's claims that the Ghanaian national was killed during the June 30 anti-immigrant protests. South African officials state that the victim was shot on June 29 in a suspected extortion-related attack at a barbershop in Nyanga, Cape Town, and was completely unrelated to the demonstrations. The dispute has spiralled into a significant diplomatic row between the two nations, with South Afri…

Ghana Reportedly Declines President Ramaphosa's State Visit, DIRCO ... The Ghanaian government has responded to a planned State visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa The South African government responded to Ghana's claims about the death of a Ghanaian national on 30 June 2026 Ghana has already taken action against South Africa following anti-illegal immigrant demonstrations in the country Don't miss out! Join Briefly News Sports channel on WhatsApp now! Ghana has declined President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State visit over the death of a Ghanaian national in South Africa. Image: Per-Anders Pettersson/ Bruno Vincent Source: Getty Images Byron Pillay, a Briefly News journalist, has dedicated a decade to reporting on the South African political landscape, crime, and social issues. He worked as a newspaper journalist for 10 years before transitioning to online. ACCRA - Ghana has reportedly formally declined a planned state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa , citing the killing of a Ghanaian citizen and ongoing concerns about the safety of Ghanaians living in South Africa. The decision, announced by government sources in Accra, came in the wake of the death of Bashi…

Ghana: Ghana Condemns Killing of Citizen in South Africa, Demands Justice [Ghanaian Times] The Government of Ghana has strongly condemned the killing of a Ghanaian national in South Africa and called for a swift investigation to bring those responsible to justice.

Ghana said last week one of its citizens was fatally ​wounded in a shooting during ​the anti-immigrant demonstrations. ⁠South Africa said his killing was not related to the protests and accused Ghana of spreading misinformation.

Ghana rejects South African President Ramaphosa's visit over anti ... Ghana has reportedly declined a request for a state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa over ongoing anti-immigration attacks targeting Ghanaians in South Africa. This comes after about 900 Ghanaians have been repatriated, with about 900 more registered to return home amid growing security concerns. The reported decision comes after Ghana condemned the killing of a Ghanaian national in South Africa and called for stronger protection of its citizens. Also Read:Ramaphosa pleads with Mahama to ask other African countries to work with South Africa amid xenophobic attacks According to areport by the Daily Graphic, diplomatic sources in both Accra and Pretoria said the decision follows a recent wave of violence against foreign nationals in parts of South Africa that has affected hundreds of Ghanaians. The development comes after the government of Ghana repatriated about 900 citizens from South Africa, while about 900 others have registered to return home amid growing security concerns. Also Read:South Africa to start charging countries for the deportation of their nationals A diplomatic source in S…

Ghana reportedly rejects South African President Ramaphosa's visit Ghana's government rejected a state visit request from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa amid escalating xenophobic violence A Ghanaian citizen was killed on June 30 during demonstrations against African migrants, with 1,000 Ghanaians already repatriated Accra told Pretoria that concrete steps to protect Ghanaian nationals must come before any high-level visit can be considered Don't miss out! Get your daily dose of sports news straight to your phone. Join YEN's Sports News channel on WhatsApp now! Ghana has formally turned down a state visit request from South Africa n President Cyril Ramaphosa, citing the ongoing wave of xenophobic violence that has put Ghanaian nationals living in South Africa at grave risk. Diplomatic sources in both Accra and Pretoria confirmed the decision, which was communicated unequivocally to South African officials. The Government of Ghana, led by President John Mahama, reportedly rejects South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s visit over the recen xenophobic violence. Photo credit: John Dramani Mahama/Facebook Source: Facebook A South African source told the Daily Graphic that G…