Ghana Rejects MTN’s GH¢20m Donation for Xenophobia Victims
The Government of Ghana has declined MTN Ghana’s proposed GH¢20 million donation to support Ghanaians affected by recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has declined a GH¢20 million support package from MTN Ghana. The package was meant to help Ghanaians repatriated after recent xenophobic violence in South Africa.
Government officials confirmed that state financial allocations are fully adequate to handle both immediate emergency evacuations and long-term reintegration programs.
MTN's Proposed Livelihood Restoration Fund
MTN Ghana Board Chairman Dr. Ishmael Yamson first announced a GH¢10 million support package. Later, the company’s board doubled it to GH¢20 million. The telecommunications provider planned to use the funds to start a long-term livelihood restoration program. It aimed to help returning citizens rebuild businesses and find jobs in Ghana.
Ministry Reaffirms Complete State Funding
The decision to reject the corporate donation was shared directly with Dr. Yamson and MTN CEO Stephen Blewett. This happened during high-level discussions. Ministry representatives said public funds have already paid for all logistics, transport, and welfare needs. These state-led repatriation duties do not need private corporate support.
Scope of the Ghanaian Evacuation Effort
The government's response follows targeted attacks against foreign African migrants in South Africa, which triggered the emergency repatriation of over 1,000 Ghanaian nationals. Foreign Affairs officials say their main focus is to safely resettle all returnees in their home communities.
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