Ghana has issued a travel advise warning its nationals to exercise extreme caution when visiting South Africa, citing scheduled nationwide rallies, increased anti-African sentiment, and potential security threats.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs cautioned in a statement dated June 29, 2026, that protests planned for June 30 could exacerbate tensions and raise the possibility of intimidation or violence, given that some activist groups have reportedly called for a “unofficial departure deadline” targeting foreign African nationals.
The statement stated, “The Ministry wishes to advise all prospective Ghanaian travellers to the Republic of South Africa to exercise caution in their travel plans due to the ongoing heightened anti-African campaigns and planned public demonstrations in several parts of that country.”
The changes “could lead to further incidents of intimidation, violence, and attacks against foreign African nationals,” it said.
However, the Ministry pointed out that South African authorities have denied any legally obligatory deadline and declared that security forces are ready to keep the peace throughout the scheduled protests.
The statement read, “The Government of Ghana has taken note of the Government of South Africa’s public statement that the deadline has no legal backing and that law enforcement agencies are prepared to maintain public order.”
Ghana asked its citizens to reevaluate unnecessary travel to regions where protests are anticipated in spite of these guarantees.
Travellers were warned to “avoid all protests, marches, road blockades, and large public gatherings, regardless of their stated purpose” and to “reconsider non-essential travel to areas where demonstrations or public gatherings are expected.”
The Ministry also advised Ghanaians in South Africa to make sure their travel documents are legitimate and easily accessible and to exercise caution in public areas, like as shopping malls, entertainment venues and transportation hubs.
Additionally, it recommended citizens to stay in touch with family members on a regular basis, prevent needless nighttime travel, and keep emergency contacts current.
The Ministry advised people who were already in South Africa to restrict their movement during the time of increased tension and to avoid protest routes and unstable locations.
Additionally, it urged Ghanaians to notify the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria as well as local law enforcement officials of any threats or attacks.
Ghanaians in need of aid have been advised to get in touch with the High Commission via its designated emergency channels.
Source: newsthemegh.com