Billionaire Ibrahim Mahama offers 100 jobs to Ghanaians fleeing South Africa's xenophobic attacks

Billionaires Africa | 07.06.2026 21:44
The second batch of Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa following a fresh wave of xenophobic attacks arrived at Kotoka International Airport on Sunday, June 7, 2026, to emotional scenes of relief, flag-waving and an airport reception led by Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and the Health Minister. Among the announcements greeting the returning citizens was one that came with a direct economic lifeline: Ghanaian billionaire businessman Ibrahim Mahama has offered 100 jobs to evacuees, taking the total number of employment opportunities secured by the government and private sector for returnees to 200.