Ghana has rejected South Africa's $18 million reimbursement request for evacuation costs, stating it fully funded the repatriation of over 1,600 Ghanaian nationals following xenophobic attacks. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed Ghan
Ghanaians can therefore be assured that under no circumstances will Ghana be listed among the countries being requested by the Government of South Africa to reimburse the cost incurred in repatriating foreign nationals.
Ghana firmly rejects South Africa's $18M reimbursement demand for xenophobia evacuations.
The Government of Ghana has officially stated for the record that it fully funded the evacuation of all Ghanaian nationals from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks, firmly rejecting any possibility of being billed by South African authorities.
Ghana confirms it fully funded all evacuations of its nationals from South Africa, receiving no external aid.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that Ghana did not seek or receive any financial or material support from the South African Government to bring its citizens back home.
Ghanaian evacuees arriving from South Africa receive comprehensive relief, including reintegration funds and essential items.
Upon landing in Accra, evacuees are provided with comprehensive relief, including reintegration funds, transport fares, and essential items.
Ghana has officially rejected any obligation to reimburse South Africa for the evacuation of Ghanaian nationals following recent xenophobic attacks. The Government of Ghana stated that it fully funded all repatriation operations and did not seek or receive financial or material support from South African authorities.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued the declaration on Thursday, August 13, 2026, in response to media reports that the South African Government is seeking $18 million in reimbursement from several African nations for logistics and support provided during repatriation exercises.
Ghanaians can therefore be assured that under no circumstances will Ghana be listed among the countries being requested by the Government of South Africa to reimburse the cost incurred in repatriating foreign nationals.
The Ministry revealed that over 1,600 Ghanaians have been safely evacuated since May 2026, with all costs borne entirely by the Ghanaian state and its domestic partners. Ongoing evacuations follow the same principle.
Upon arrival in Accra, evacuees receive comprehensive relief packages that include reintegration funds, transport fares, and essential items. The Ministry conveyed appreciation to President John Mahama and local partners for funding the operation.
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Officially rejected South Africa's $18 million reimbursement request, asserting that it fully funded the evacuation of over 1,600 Ghanaian nationals from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks. It clarified that no financial or material support was sought or received from South Africa.
Is reportedly seeking $18 million in reimbursement from several African nations for logistics and support provided during the repatriation of foreign nationals following recent xenophobic attacks.
Issued a press statement on August 13, 2026, clarifying that Ghana fully funded all repatriations of its citizens from South Africa and did not receive any support, firmly rejecting any reimbursement demand. The Ministry also detailed the ongoing support for evacuees.
“Ghanaians can therefore be assured that under no circumstances will Ghana be listed among the countries being requested by the Government of South Africa to reimburse the cost incurred in repatriating foreign nationals.”
Was specifically appreciated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for his contribution and leadership in funding the comprehensive repatriation operation for Ghanaian nationals returning from South Africa.