Ghana and Zambia Sign Visa-Free Travel Agreement During Mahama Visit
President Mahama welcomed at the Zambian airport by Ghanaians living in Zambia.
Accra, Ghana- President John Dramani Mahama is set to sign a landmark visa waiver agreement with Zambia, allowing citizens of both countries to travel freely without visas, as part of his official state visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties.
The visa waiver is among eight Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) expected to be signed between Ghana and Zambia, marking a major step toward deeper regional integration, trade cooperation, and people-to-people exchange.
Addressing Ghanaians living in Zambia, President Mahama reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to democratic renewal, economic recovery, and African unity. He recalled the historical bond between the two nations, noting Ghana’s role as a hub for Africa’s liberation struggles after independence.
He described Ghana’s 2024 elections as a turning point that restored democratic confidence and placed responsibility on his administration to reset governance and rebuild public trust. According to him, the country he inherited faced deep economic and institutional challenges, including high debt levels and weakened accountability systems.
President Mahama said his government’s “Reset Agenda” is focused on constitutional reform, fighting corruption, stabilizing the economy, and transforming agriculture into a key driver of growth. He explained that Ghana’s IMF programme had gone off track before his administration took office, but corrective measures have now restored compliance and financial stability.
President Mahama and First Lady Lordina Mahama arrive in Zambia.
He also highlighted initiatives such as expanded commercial farming, poultry production, infrastructure investment under the “Big Push” programme, and export development strategies to strengthen Ghana’s economy.
As part of his visit, President Mahama is expected to attend burial ceremonies for Ghanaians who have passed away in Zambia, in a gesture of solidarity with the diaspora community. He will also address the Zambian Parliament, where he is expected to outline Ghana’s vision for regional cooperation, democratic stability, and shared economic growth.
Government officials say the visa waiver agreement and the eight MoUs signal a renewed diplomatic push by Ghana to strengthen relations with Southern African states and promote easier movement of people, trade, and investment across the continent.
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