McDonald's China apologises for banning Africans in Guangzhou store

The chain said the sign, which circulated on social media, is "not representative of our inclusive values”.

McDonald's has apologised after a restaurant in China allegedly displayed a sign banning black people from the premises. The sign, which recently circulated on social media, said the McDonald's outlet in Guangzhou has "been informed that from now on black people are not allowed to enter the restaurant."

Again, for those who still doubt that Black people and particularly #AfricansinChina are being targeted we feel it is our duty to share this. A sign at a @McDonalds restaurant seems to make this perfectly clear pic.twitter.com/FaveKrdQHi

— Black Livity China (@BlackLivityCN) April 11, 2020

In a statement sent to CNN, the fast food giant said the sign is "not representative of our inclusive values.” The sign is said to have been removed and the location was temporarily closed down.

McDonald's added that it will use the closure to "further educate managers and employees on our values, which includes serving all members of the communities in which we operate."

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