President Mahama Arrives in Zambia for Three-Day State Visit
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Lusaka, Zambia, for a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic, trade and economic relations between Ghana and Zambia.
President Mahama touched down at the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the invitation of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema. He was warmly received by President Hichilema, alongside Ghana’s High Commissioner to Zambia, Madam Elizabeth Nyantakyi. The Ghanaian leader is accompanied by the First Lady, Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama, and a high-level government delegation.
The visit is expected to deepen cooperation between the two African nations, with bilateral talks scheduled between the two presidents. Discussions will focus on enhancing diplomatic relations, boosting trade and investment opportunities, and strengthening collaboration within the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
As part of his official engagements, President Mahama will lay a wreath at Embassy Park in Lusaka in honour of Zambia’s fallen heroes. He is also scheduled to address Zambia’s National Assembly, where he will outline Ghana’s vision for a more integrated and economically prosperous Africa.
The President will further engage with members of the Ghanaian community in Zambia, providing an opportunity to interact with Ghanaians living and working in the country.
A major highlight of the visit will be the Ghana-Zambia Business Dialogue, which will be co-chaired by Presidents Mahama and Hichilema. The dialogue is expected to create opportunities for Ghana to showcase its advancements in digital technology and fintech services to Zambian businesses and government institutions, promoting economic partnerships and knowledge exchange.
President Mahama’s visit forms part of his broader agenda to promote continental integration through improved transport infrastructure, expanded trade networks, and the free movement of people and goods across Africa.
Members of the President’s delegation include the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa; Executive Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama; Presidential Advisor and Special Aide, Mrs Joyce Bawa Mogtari; and Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Operations, Mr Stan Xoese Dogbe.
Also accompanying the President are the Minister in charge of Government Communications and Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Felix Kwakye Ofosu; Minister of Education, Mr Haruna Iddrisu; Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mr Samuel Nartey George; and Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey.
The visit is expected to further strengthen Ghana-Zambia relations and advance shared economic and development goals between the two countries.
