By Iddi Yire, GNA
Accra, Feb. 1, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama will pay a three-day State Visit to the Republic of Zambia from February 4 to 6, 2026, at the invitation of his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema.
A statement issued by Mr Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Presidential Spokesman and Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, said the President will be accompanied by the First Lady, Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama.
During the visit, President Mahama will hold bilateral talks with President Hichilema on matters of mutual interest, including the strengthening of diplomatic relations, enhancement of trade and investment cooperation, and exploration of collaborative opportunities within the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
A key highlight of the visit will be his address to the National Assembly of Zambia, where he is expected to share Ghana’s vision for a more integrated and prosperous Africa.
President Mahama will also meet with members of the Ghanaian community in Lusaka to engage with compatriots living and working in Zambia.
Additionally, a Ghana–Zambia Business Dialogue, co-chaired by Presidents Mahama and Hichilema, will be held.
The dialogue will serve as a platform for Ghana to showcase its digital technologies and fintech services to Zambian businesses and government institutions, thereby fostering economic partnerships and knowledge exchange between the two nations.
The visit underscores President Mahama’s commitment to his vision of an Africa seamlessly connected through improved transport infrastructure, expanded trade linkages, and the free movement of people and goods.
He remains a strong advocate for the accelerated implementation of the AfCFTA, which he believes is vital for transforming African economies, creating sustainable employment for the continent’s growing youth population, and positioning Africa competitively within the global marketplace.
Ahead of his trip to Zambia, President Mahama is scheduled to depart Accra on Sunday, February 1, for Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler of the UAE, to participate in the 2026 World Governments Summit from February 2 to 4.
The President will travel to Dubai aboard a special aircraft provided by the UAE Ruler, which will subsequently convey him and his delegation to Zambia to commence the State Visit.
GNA
Edited by Lydia Kukua Asamoah