Some forty Ghanaians living in Johannesburg, South Africa, say they want to return home following waves of xenophobic attacks which have claimed one Ghanaian life and injured many other African nationals in that country.
Speaking to Joy News, a Ghanaian resident said they are currently seeking refuge in a police station where some foreigners have been killed by angry South African groups demanding that foreigners depart the country.
The stranded Ghanaian said she cannot afford the cost of a plane ticket needed to make the return journey to Ghana.
“We want to come home,” she cried out; fearing that the murder of Emmanuel Quaison in Durban may not be the last of the senseless xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians and other Africans.
Unconfirmed reports suggest that Emmanuel Quarcoo died from head injuries. He was found dead by the roadside in Umlazi, Durban.
Jobless South Africans have taken their anger and frustration of joblessness on other African national whom they accuse of taking over their jobs and earning decent salaries.
Over the past few days, they have clubbed, tortured and even burnt other Africans alive to announce their frustration.
They are threatening to kill a dozen others if the Africans do not leave their country.
The stranded Ghanaians say they are ready to come home if the necessary transportation arrangements are provided.
Meanwhile, the Government of Ghana has asked Ghanaians to stay indoors while an evacuation plan is being put together.
