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The Government of Ghana has respectfully declined a GH¢20 million donation offered by MTN Ghana to support Ghanaian victims of the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa.
This was contained in a press statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday.
According to the Ministry, it became aware of media reports suggesting that MTN Ghana was preparing to donate GH¢20 million, with publications attributing the announcement to an interview granted by MTN Board Chairman, Dr. Ishmael Yamson.
“The Government of Ghana commends MTN for the offer, however, we respectfully decline,” the statement said.
The Ministry explained that the Mahama Administration has already made adequate provision for the ongoing evacuation and reintegration of Ghanaians affected by the attacks and is therefore unable to accept the offer.
The Ministry disclosed that this position had earlier been directly conveyed to the Board Chair and CEO of MTN when they called on the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), on August 14, 2026.
The Ministry added that Government remains fully committed to current humanitarian evacuations and reintegration financial support for every Ghanaian brought back from harm’s way.
It further assured the public that it will present a comprehensive account of the total cost of evacuations as soon as the exercise is concluded, in the interest of transparency and accountability.
“Government will continue to create the best business ecosystem for all international brands operating in Ghana to succeed, irrespective of which country their businesses originated from. The welfare of all Ghanaians remains our utmost priority,” the statement added.
