Audio By Carbonatix Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Kofi Quashie, has disclosed that South African authorities have identified individuals behind recent xenophobic attacks and have pledged to take decisive action against them. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile programme on Saturday, April 25, Mr Quashie revealed that he had been summoned by South African officials who assured him of their commitment to addressing the situation. “Yesterday, I was summoned by the South African authorities, and they told us they know the people behind these acts, and they will go to great lengths against them,” he stated. Meanwhile, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, confirmed that the South African government has expressed regret over the incidents and pledged to investigate the attacks. According to him, the assurance followed diplomatic engagements after viral videos surfaced showing harassment involving Ghanaian nationals. Mr Ablakwa noted that Ghana has strongly condemned the attacks and continues to engage South African authorities to ensure the safety of its citizens. He added that discussions with his South African counterpart underscored the need for swift action to prevent a recurrence, stressing that Ghana expects firm measures to protect the rights and dignity of foreign nationals. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited. Tags: Attacks Ghana Xenophobic DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited. Related to this story AU must act on Xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians in South Africa – Ken Ashigbey Ghana Gas pushes for tariff increase to sustain operations and future investment Ghana launches standards to boost local grinding media manufacturing Ghana begins airlifting Hajj pilgrims on May 1 ‘Statesmanship over partisanship’ – Sam Jonah hails Otumfuo for honouring Kufuor, Mahama and Akufo-Addo GSE market cap hits GH¢279billion as total value traded surges 40% week-on-week Livestream: Newsfile discusses S.A. xenophobia, galamsey, mine tensions and dumsor 3 Ghanaians win prestigious award for ‘Best Responsible AI Implementation’ in the world Ghana’s economy stabilising, open for big business again – Mahama to business leaders Ghana’s democracy is a reality, not an illusion – Prof Lumumba Latest Stories South African authorities have pledged to tackle perpetrators of xenophobic attacks – Ghana’s High Commission22 seconds AU must act on Xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians in South Africa – Ken Ashigbey3 minutes S.A. xenophobia attacks: President Mahama must engage Ramaphosa – Ken Ashigbey3 minutes Volta River Authority extends Employee Volunteer Programme to SOGASCO6 minutes Damang mine takeover: Council of Imams in Ashanti region backs Ibrahim Mahama17 minutes From Awareness to Action: CFLE Africa drives Youth Financial Empowerment at 5th National Conference43 minutes Lilian Chipeso and Goshers: From banter to a celebration of African unity53 minutes Your mouth is also your office: A word to public officials on the danger of careless speech54 minutes Stay loyal despite frustrations over contracts — Asiedu Nketia to NDC supporters1 hour Possible power outages loom as Akosombo substation repairs continue – Deputy Energy Minister1 hour GETFund injects GH¢ 400m into KNUST Teaching Hospital project1 hour Support traditional leadership for peace and development – Otumfuo1 hour No campaign can secure victory better than unity – Asiedu Nketia1 hour Manhyia is home to whoever swears allegiance to the people – Otumfuo1 hour Asiedu Nketiah commissions new NDC Zonal offices in Wa East1 hour