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Ghana will evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa following a wave of xenophobic attacks targeting migrants from other African countries.
According to a post on X by Ghanian Foreign Minister, Samuel Ablakwa, the affected citizens had registered for assistance with the Ghana High Commission as authorities intensified efforts to ensure their safety.
Some South Africans are protesting against illegal immigration from other African countries.
South African authorities have said illegal immigration is a problem while condemning the violence and vowing in April to crack down on xenophobic attacks.
Ghana has protested over videos of violent incidents circulating on social media and promised to look after its citizens at home and abroad.
Other African countries including Kenya, Malawi, Lesotho, and Zimbabwe have warned their citizens in South Africa to exercise caution and stay indoors amid attacks targeting foreigners.
Nigeria has said at least 130 citizens have asked to be flown home.
