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Diasporia News of Thursday, 8 August 2024

    

Source: Citi News

UK riots: Ghanaians worry over inaction from High Commission

Many Ghanaians are voicing their concerns on social media Many Ghanaians are voicing their concerns on social media

Ghanaians living in the UK are increasingly fearful due to violent anti-immigrant protests in several British cities, sparked by misinformation and recent tragic events.

The unrest, marked by attacks on mosques, hotels housing immigrants, and people of color, has led to clashes between far-right groups and police in cities like Liverpool, Leeds, and Belfast.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has promised harsh penalties for rioters.

Many Ghanaians are voicing their concerns on social media, criticizing the Ghanaian High Commission for its lack of support, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs remains silent.

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