President John Dramani Mahama will 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.
The President will be accompanied by the First Lady of the Republic, Mrs. Lordina Dramani Mahama.
During the visit, President Mahama is expected to 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 under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
This was contained in a statement signed by the Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu.
A key 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 meet members of the Ghanaian community in Lusaka to interact with Ghanaians living and working in Zambia.
The visit will also feature a Ghana–Zambia Business Dialogue, to be co-chaired by the two leaders – Mahama and Hichilema. The forum will provide an opportunity for Ghana to showcase its digital technologies and fintech services to Zambian businesses and government institutions, aimed at strengthening economic partnerships and promoting knowledge exchange between the two countries.
According to the Presidency, the State Visit underscores President Mahama’s commitment to advancing an Africa that is interconnected through improved transport infrastructure, expanded trade linkages, and the free movement of people and goods.
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 enhancing Africa’s competitiveness in the global economy.
Prior to the Zambia visit, 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.
He 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 for the State Visit.
