The Ghanaian community in the UK remains largely unaffected by the ongoing protests.
The protest according to Ghana’s High Commissioner to the UK, Papa Owusu Ankomah erupted late last month after an anti-immigrant misinformation campaign stoked outrage following a stabbing attack that left three children dead in Southport, northern England.
Despite the violence, the High Commissioner reassured that Ghanaians have not suffered significant harm.
“Except for one incident where a Ghanaian reported being threatened while taking a bus, there have been no reports of any untoward incidents affecting Ghanaians in the UK,” Mr. Ankomah stated.
The UK’s Crown Prosecution Service reported on Tuesday that prosecutors have charged around 100 people over the violent unrest, which initially began as anti-immigration marches.
Mr. Ankomah emphasized ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of the Ghanaian community.
“Even as of this morning, our officers are calling around the country, speaking with the leadership of the Ghanaian communities, asking for updates and urging them to encourage Ghanaians in the UK to try and be indoors by 7 pm,” he added.
Ghanaians have been advised to stay indoors at night and avoid areas where protests are expected to occur, as a precautionary measure.
