Ghana-South Africa relations at lowest point over xenophobic attacks — Abu Jinapor - Ghanaian Times
Member of Parliament for Damongo constituency , Samuel Abu Jinapor, has described Ghana’s bilateral relations with South Africa as being at their lowest level, blaming the situation on repeated xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians and other foreign nationals.
Member of Parliament for Damongo constituency , Samuel Abu Jinapor, has described Ghana’s bilateral relations with South Africa as being at their lowest level, blaming the situation on repeated xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians and other foreign nationals. According to him, the continued attacks, which have led to the deaths of some people and the displacement of many others, have badly affected relations between the two countries. Speaking on Joy News yesterday, he maintained that although the relationship has deteriorated, both governments can still work together to restore confidence and improve ties. Mr. Abu Jinapor stressed that the South African government must take stronger action to address xenophobic violence and protect foreign nationals living in the country. He argued that the government, led by Cyril Ramaphosa, has a responsibility to deal decisively with those behind the attacks. He recalled that during previous incidents of xenophobic violence, President Ramaphosa sent an envoy to Ghana to apologise to the government and people of Ghana. Mr. Abu Jinapor noted that the repeated attacks have become one too many and insisted that the South African authorities must take responsibility for preventing such incidents. He backed the Ghanaian government’s firm position on the matter, stating that it should continue to demand decisive action from South Africa to stop what he described as barbaric acts by criminal groups. He added that Ghana should continue to pursue the matter through diplomatic channels, including the African Union, to seek a lasting solution. Mr. Abu Jinapor expressed the hope that once the situation improves, both countries can begin the process of restoring and strengthening their bilateral relations. By: Jacob AggreyRead NextJuly 8, 2026Ministry Holds Emergency Meeting with MMDCEs Ahead of Presidential National Clean-Up ExerciseJuly 8, 2026Minority demands Attorney General’s resignation over GH¢350 million flood relief releaseJuly 8, 2026U. S. Central Command launches strikes against Iran over attacks on commercial shippingJuly 8, 2026GTA pays tribute to late Guinness World Record holder, Dede PadikiJuly 8, 2026Ghana must recommit to long-term football development-Kwesi NyantakyiJuly 8, 2026NPP sets September 19 for national delegates conference to elect national officersJuly 8, 2026Korle Bu seeks clarification from Mzbel over claims of patient death linked to bed shortageJuly 8, 2026GFA denies allegations of taking money from players, threatens legal actionJuly 8, 2026Minority Leader questions NADMO over flood relief distributionJuly 8, 2026PWDs empowered with tools to start businesses