Eighty-five Ghanaian citizens have returned home from Cambodia. The government facilitated their evacuation between March and May 2026. This action was taken after a fake notice falsely claimed Cambodia ordered African nationals to leave.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the evacuation was a collaborative effort. Ghana’s High Commission in Malaysia, which covers Cambodia, led the operation. Some Ghanaians had already wanted to return before the fake notice appeared. These individuals expressed their wish to come back to Ghana voluntarily.
This situation highlights ongoing international safety concerns for Ghanaian citizens abroad. It also points to the government's role in protecting its nationals. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been active in resolving such issues. Previous incidents of Ghanaians facing difficulties overseas have also required government attention. Economic conditions elsewhere can sometimes lead citizens to seek opportunities abroad.
The Ministry confirmed these details in a press release on May 29, 2026. This statement aimed to counter the spread of misinformation. They assured the public that diplomatic channels were used to verify the notice. The false document claimed Cambodia would deport Ghanaians by May 31. This is false, as confirmed by the Cambodian government itself.
Plans are already in motion for another group. Seventy-six more Ghanaians in Cambodia want to return home. The Ministry is working to facilitate their safe passage. This ongoing effort demonstrates a commitment to citizen welfare. Such evacuations often involve significant logistical and financial considerations for the state. The exact cost of these operations is not public, but they represent a state resource allocation. The previous year, similar interventions were made for Ghanaians in various challenging situations abroad. These actions often involve diplomatic negotiations and direct governmental funding for travel and support services.
The Ministry stressed that the fake notice did not originate from any official Cambodian body. They engaged directly with Cambodian authorities to confirm this. This underscores the complex nature of managing information flow in the digital age. False reports can cause unnecessary panic among citizens and their families. Public finance is often stretched to manage these repatriations. The government's proactive approach in addressing the fake notice prevented further anxiety. The High Commission in Malaysia plays a vital role as it is accredited to Cambodia.