Malawi Joins Ghana in Evacuating Citizens from South Africa Amid Xenophobia Fears
๐ Malawi โข by Kofi Asare โข Jun 07, 2026
The Government of Malawi has followed Ghana's lead by deploying buses to evacuate its citizens from South Africa amid growing concerns over reported xenophobic threats and attacks that many fear could escalate in the coming days.
The move comes as several African countries take precautionary measures to protect their nationals in response to rising tensions targeting foreign nationals in parts of South Africa.
Malawian authorities have assured citizens that their safety remains a top priority and have coordinated transportation arrangements to facilitate their return home.
Evacuees have expressed profound gratitude to the government for its swift intervention, praising officials for responding promptly to their plight and ensuring their safe return during a difficult and uncertain period.
The development highlights increasing concerns across the region over the safety of migrants and foreign workers as governments continue to monitor the situation closely.
The move comes as several African countries take precautionary measures to protect their nationals in response to rising tensions targeting foreign nationals in parts of South Africa.
Malawian authorities have assured citizens that their safety remains a top priority and have coordinated transportation arrangements to facilitate their return home.
Evacuees have expressed profound gratitude to the government for its swift intervention, praising officials for responding promptly to their plight and ensuring their safe return during a difficult and uncertain period.
The development highlights increasing concerns across the region over the safety of migrants and foreign workers as governments continue to monitor the situation closely.
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