Refrain from non-essential travel to Mexico — Government advises Ghanaians amid unrest

The Government of Ghana has advised citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Mexico following rising insecurity in parts of the country.

It has also urged Ghanaians already residing there to exercise extreme caution.

The advisory comes amid reports of armed violence and coordinated unrest across several Mexican states.

The development follows the killing of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

His death reportedly triggered retaliation by cartel groups in multiple states, leading to casualties and major disruptions to daily life.

In a travel advisory issued on Wednesday, February 25, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, the government asked Ghanaians in the jurisdiction to stay in touch with the Embassy of Ghana in Washington D.C., which is concurrently accredited to Mexico.

“Ghanaian citizens in the jurisdiction are encouraged to maintain communication with the Embassy of Ghana in Washington D.C. which is concurrently accredited to Mexico for consular assistance if the need arises,” the statement said in part.

The affected areas include Jalisco, Baja California, Colima, Guanajuato, Michoacán and Oaxaca.

According to the Ministry, the unrest has been marked by armed clashes, arson of vehicles and road blockages.

The government also expressed solidarity with Mexico and conveyed confidence in the ability of Mexican authorities to restore calm.