South Africa has noted Ghana's call for an African Union debate on alleged xenophobic attacks at the upcoming mid-year summit in Cairo, while condemning recent incidents and stressing diplomatic engagement.
South Africa says it has noted Ghana’s request to place the issue on the agenda for the African Union Mid-Year Coordination Summit. Officials highlighted swift condemnation of sporadic confrontations with immigrants and directed law enforcement to protect residents and visitors.
International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola has spoken with counterparts in Ghana and Nigeria. He stated there is no credible evidence that nationals from those countries were killed by authorities during recent protests.
The government cautioned against fake videos and divisive social media content. It expressed regret over Ghana escalating the issue to the African Union but affirmed openness to continued dialogue on migration challenges.
