Beyond South Africa: Ablakwa Reveals Ghana’s Next Evacuation Targets

Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed that the government’s evacuation efforts have not been limited to South Africa alone. According to the minister, Ghanaians have also been rescued and brought home from Libya, Myanmar, and Cambodia.

Speaking on the matter, Ablakwa emphasized that the government has been actively working to ensure the safety and return of Ghanaian citizens stranded in various parts of the world. While much public attention has focused on evacuations from South Africa, he noted that similar operations have been carried out in several other countries facing instability or difficult conditions.

The minister’s comments highlight a broader commitment by Ghana’s Foreign Ministry to protect its citizens abroad, regardless of where they may be located. The evacuations from Libya, Myanmar, and Cambodia suggest that the government is monitoring situations in multiple regions and responding to the needs of Ghanaians who find themselves in distress.

Libya has long been a transit point for migrants, many of whom face harsh conditions, while Myanmar has been gripped by political turmoil and conflict. Cambodia, meanwhile, has been a destination where some Ghanaians have been trapped in fraudulent job schemes. The minister’s statement indicates that Ghana is taking a proactive approach to bring its citizens home from these challenging environments.

Ablakwa’s disclosure serves as a reminder that Ghana’s diplomatic and consular efforts extend well beyond high-profile cases. The government appears determined to fulfill its duty of care to citizens abroad, offering them a way back home when circumstances demand it.

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