Rapper Sarkodie has spoken out against the renewed wave of xenophobic violence in South Africa following reports that a Ghanaian national was shot dead amid escalating attacks targeting foreign nationals.
The rapper urged South Africans to speak out more strongly against the attacks, saying the situation is “getting out of hand” and calling for greater solidarity across the continent.
The reported killing has renewed concerns over the safety of foreign nationals in South Africa, with many Ghanaians calling for stronger protection and an end to xenophobic violence.
The award-winning musician took to social media to express his disappointment over the situation, describing South Africa as one of his favourite countries while calling for stronger public condemnation of the attacks.
Sarkodie wrote; “Disappointed in one of my favourite places in the world, SA. I know not everyone out there is involved in this, but this is insane and makes no sense!”
He also appealed to South Africans to take a more vocal stance against xenophobic violence, warning that the situation was becoming increasingly alarming.
He added; “I wish my South African brothers and sisters would speak up against this more strongly because it’s getting out of hand. God help our African brothers and sisters out there.”
Sarkodie’s comments come amid renewed concern over attacks on foreign nationals in parts of South Africa. In recent days, videos circulating on social media have shown groups allegedly targeting migrants, while reports indicate that businesses owned by foreign nationals have also come under attack.
