Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has spoken out against violence in South Africa. He said the attacks on foreign nationals there are wrong.
Mr. Ablakwa urged people in Ghana to remain calm. He asked them not to take their anger out on South African businesses operating in Ghana.
The Minister summoned Mr. Thando Dalamba, the Acting High Commissioner of the South African High Commission. This meeting was to discuss the situation.
The government of Ghana officially condemned the violence in South Africa. Ghana's Foreign Affairs Ministry made a statement condemning the xenophobic hostilities.
Authorities are monitoring the situation. They want to ensure safety and prevent any unrest in Ghana.
Ghanaians were asked to avoid any actions that could lead to retaliatory measures.