Ghana-South Africa Diplomatic Row Over Migrant's Death

A diplomatic row has erupted between Ghana and South Africa over the death of a Ghanaian migrant, Bashiru Isak, aged 40, who was shot and killed during anti-immigrant protests in Pretoria. Ghana's Foreign Ministry issued a statement claiming the death was linked to ongoing xenophobic attacks, which coincided with a week-long campaign against undocumented immigrants in South Africa.

The protests saw thousands march across the country, with a deadline for undocumented migrants to leave by June 30. In response, the South African government dismissed Ghana's claims as factually incorrect, stating there were no fatalities recorded during the protests.

South Africa's Justice Minister, Mmamaloko Kubayi, criticized Ghana for spreading false information, while Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola warned against public spectacles that misrepresent facts. The South African police believe Isak's death was related to an extortion incident at a barbershop, contradicting Ghana's narrative.