Johannesburg: A video showing a South African woman, accompanied by a group, ordering a Ghanaian man to shutter his shop has gone viral on social media. The video, which highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding foreign nationals operating businesses in South Africa, was shared on the social platform X on May 26, 2026.
According to Ghana Web, the incident occurred at an informal market where the Ghanaian man is believed to be managing a shop. During the confrontation, the South African woman asserted that only South Africans are permitted to operate businesses in the area, describing their action as a form of awareness. She accused the Ghanaian man of breaking the law by running the shop and insisted that he should return to his country.
Despite the aggressive demands, the Ghanaian man remained composed, explaining that he was merely working at the shop, which belonged to someone else. The video captures the woman, wearing sunglasses, speaking loudly and gesturing emphatically, while a small crowd gathered to witness the exchange.
This incident has sparked further discussions on the treatment of foreign nationals in South Africa, with some highlighting the need for better policies and understanding between communities.