Zambia and Ghana officially elevated their bilateral ties to a comprehensive economic partnership this Friday during a high-profile diplomatic summit.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema and Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama finalized the agreement to catalyze trade and industrial growth.
The partnership focuses on deepening investment and enhancing private sector participation to foster robust job creation across both African nations.
This strategic announcement concluded President Mahama’s three-day state visit to Lusaka, marking a new era of diplomatic and financial synergy.
The leaders celebrated the signing of fintech transactions valued at $7 million, with another $65 million in deals currently pending.
Projections suggest these burgeoning business ventures could generate approximately 8,000 employment opportunities, weaving a stronger social fabric for both populations.
Ten significant memoranda of understanding were signed, including a vital visa waiver arrangement to simplify travel for citizens of both countries.
A landmark bilateral air services deal was also secured, establishing direct flights to bridge the distance between Lusaka and Accra.
This diplomatic bridge transforms regional aspirations into a tangible reality, painting a vibrant portrait of intra-African cooperation and shared prosperity.