Why Ghana rejected $1.78 m MTN aid for citizens repatriated from South Africa
Ghanaian citizens arrive at the Accra International Airport on May 27, 2026 as Ghana repatriates hundreds of its citizens from South Africa amid a wave of anti-immigration protests.
Accra has rejected MTN Ghana’s offer of GH¢20 million ($1.78 million) for citizens affected by anti-foreigner attacks in South Africa, saying the state has already budgeted for their evacuation and post-return support.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it had seen reports that the telecommunications company, an affiliate of South African telco MTN, intended to assist Ghanaians returning from South Africa following repatriation from violence.
