By Jones Anlimah
President John Dramani Mahama is expected to undertake 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.
President Mahama will be accompanied by the First Lady of the Republic, Her Excellency 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 the exploration of collaborative opportunities within the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
A major highlight of the 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 Africa. He will also engage members of the Ghanaian community in Lusaka as part of efforts to interact with Ghanaians living and working in Zambia.
The programme will further feature a Ghana–Zambia Business Dialogue, to be co-chaired by Presidents Mahama and Hichilema. The dialogue is expected to provide a platform for Ghana to showcase its digital technologies and fintech services to Zambian businesses and government institutions, with the aim of deepening economic partnerships and promoting knowledge exchange between the two countries.
According to a statement signed by the Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the State Visit underscores President Mahama’s commitment to advancing an Africa that is closely connected through improved transport infrastructure, expanded trade linkages, and the free movement of people and goods.
The statement noted that President Mahama remains a strong advocate for the accelerated implementation of the AfCFTA, which he believes is critical to transforming African economies, creating sustainable employment opportunities for the continent’s growing youth population, and positioning Africa competitively in the global economy.
Prior to the State Visit to Zambia, President Mahama will depart Accra on Sunday, February 1, 2026, for Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, at the invitation of the Ruler of the UAE, to participate in the World Governments Summit 2026 scheduled for February 2 to 4.
The President will travel to Dubai aboard a special aircraft provided by the Ruler of the UAE, which will also convey him and his delegation to Zambia to commence the State Visit.
