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Ghana’s GH¢25,000 Diaspora Citizenship Fee Sparks Fresh Debate Over DNA Tests and Right to Return

W. E. B. Du Bois Centre in Accra, where Ghana has conducted historic-diaspora citizenship vetting

A Ghanaian academic has criticised a GH¢25,000 charge and DNA requirements for historic-diaspora citizenship applicants. But has Ghana actually made DNA testing mandatory? Nukunya examines the changing rules, reported fees and growing competition from Benin.

  • Nukunya Desk
  • October 29, 2026

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