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.
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News and commentary surrounding anti-migrant sentiment, civil rights developments, and regional anti-xenophobia initiatives.
South Africa Seeks Reimbursement for R292m Spent Repatriating Foreign Nationals
South Africa is seeking reimbursement from Malawi, Nigeria, and Ethiopia after spending R292 million on the repatriation of 82,875 foreign nationals.
Tyla Quietly Removes Lagos From 'A*POP' World Tour Due to Xenophobic Tensions
By: Frimpong | The Breaking Desk
Published: July 31, 2026
LAGOS, Nigeria — South African singer-songwriter Tyla has quietly canceled her scheduled Lagos performance on her upcoming A*POP World Tour, responding to days of sharp online backlash tied to ongoing diplomatic and social friction between Nigeria and South Africa.
The
Zimbabwean Footballer Divine Lunga Escapes Gun Attack in South Africa
JOHANNESBURG — Zimbabwean international football star Divine Lunga has narrowly escaped a terrifying ordeal after gunmen opened fire on his vehicle in South Africa. The harrowing incident, which occurred in the inner-city suburb of Hillbrow, Johannesburg, has sent shockwaves through both the Zimbabwean and South African football communities.
Lunga, a
Ghana rejects South Africa's Ramaphosa state visit request over xenophobic attacks
ACCRA, GHANA — The Ghanaian government has officially declined a request for an upcoming state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. The diplomatic standoff follows a severe surge in anti-foreigner violence in South Africa, which has directly impacted Ghanaian nationals and triggered mass repatriations.
According to high-level sources
Murder of Ghanaian in South Africa Linked to Extortion, Not Xenophobia – SAPS
CAPE TOWN, South Africa — A sharp diplomatic and investigative disagreement has emerged between the South African Police Service (SAPS) and Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs following the fatal shooting of a 35-year-old Ghanaian national in the Western Cape.
The victim, identified as Mr. Kwabena Boagen, was shot
'Our Artistes and Businesses Are Being Cancelled Outside South Africa' — Minister
South African Minister for Justice, Mmamoloko Kubayi has expressed concern over the growing impact of xenophobia allegations on South Africans living and working abroad, saying local artistes and businesses are already feeling the effects.
According to her, some South African entertainers have lost international opportunities, with one artiste reportedly informing