By: Bernard Mensah
February 2, 2026
President John Dramani Mahama is set to undertake a three-day State Visit to the Republic of Zambia from February 4 to 6, 2026, following an invitation from his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema.
The visit forms part of efforts to strengthen diplomatic relations between Ghana and Zambia, while expanding cooperation in trade, investment, and regional integration under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). 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 key issues of mutual interest, including enhancing economic collaboration and exploring new partnership opportunities within Africa’s growing free trade framework.
A major highlight of the State Visit will be President Mahama’s address to the National Assembly of Zambia, where he is expected to outline Ghana’s vision for a more integrated and prosperous African continent. He will also engage with members of the Ghanaian community living and working in Lusaka.
Additionally, a Ghana–Zambia Business Dialogue will be held, co-chaired by Presidents Mahama and Hichilema. The forum will serve as a platform for Ghana to showcase its digital technologies and fintech services to Zambian businesses and government institutions, with the aim of fostering stronger economic partnerships and knowledge exchange.
The visit underscores President Mahama’s commitment to promoting regional connectivity, improved transport infrastructure, expanded trade linkages, and the free movement of people and goods across the continent. He continues to advocate for the accelerated implementation of the AfCFTA, which he believes is critical to transforming African economies, creating sustainable jobs for the youth, and positioning Africa competitively on the global stage.
Ahead of the State Visit, President Mahama will depart Accra on Sunday, February 1, 2026, for Dubai in the United Arab Emirates to attend the World Governments Summit 2026, scheduled from February 2 to 4, at the invitation of the Ruler of the UAE. He will travel on a special aircraft provided by the UAE ruler, which will also convey him and his delegation to Zambia to commence the State Visit.
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