Ghanaian businessman Ibrahim Mahama has extended financial support of GH¢200,000 to Emmanuel Asamoah, a Ghanaian affected by xenophobic attacks in South Africa, to help him rebuild his life and establish a new business in Ghana.
In addition to the financial assistance, Mr Mahama has also pledged support for the establishment of a cement distribution and construction hardware depot as part of efforts to help Mr Asamoah transition into a new line of business.
The support package will allow Mr Asamoah to take a one-month break to reunite with his family before fully returning to Ghana to begin preparations for the venture.
The intervention comes days after Mr Mahama assured Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Ministry of his willingness to assist Ghanaians affected by recent xenophobic incidents in South Africa.
During a meeting with Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, the businessman encouraged Ghanaians living abroad, particularly those facing hardship, to consider returning home to contribute to national development.
According to him, returning citizens could benefit from employment opportunities within his companies or receive support to establish businesses and acquire vocational skills based on their expertise and interests.
Mr Asamoah, who previously operated a nail and hairdressing business in South Africa, is now expected to transition into the hardware and construction supply industry upon his return to Ghana.
Mr Mahama also commended Ghana’s diplomatic representation in South Africa for its continued efforts in supporting the welfare of Ghanaians living in the country during the recent tensions.
He further encouraged Mr Asamoah to remain focused, disciplined and optimistic as he begins a new phase of his life and business journey.
The gesture has been widely viewed as part of broader calls for stronger support systems for Ghanaians affected by xenophobic violence and economic hardship abroad.
