By: Isaac Kwabena Boadu Date: 8th May, 2026
Ghana has formally submitted a complaint to the African Union regarding recent xenophobic acts in South Africa affecting foreign nationals.. The submission to the AU’s Peace and Security Council cites attacks on businesses, harassment of traders, and inadequate protection for foreign nationals in several South African cities. Ghana contends that these incidents contravene the African Union’s principles on human rights, non-discrimination, and the free movement of persons as outlined in Agenda 2063.
The Ghanaian government hastated that the action seeks a coordinated continental response to prevent further occurrences and ensure accountability for violations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that the safety and dignity of African citizens must be upheld across the continent. Ghana has engaged South African authorities on the matter in recent months, raising specific concerns over repeated attacks on Ghanaian traders and students, some of whom have returned home citing safety risks.
The African Union Commission has confirmed receipt of Ghana’s communication and indicated that the matter will be reviewed through its established mechanisms. South Africa has previously condemned xenophobic violence and pledged to investigate reported cases, though it has not yet issued a formal response to the AU referral. The African Union is expected to address the issue at its next Peace and Security Council meeting as part of efforts to resolve intra-African disputes through continental frameworks.
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