President John Dramani Mahama has commenced a three-day State Visit to Zambia, marking an important moment in diplomatic relations between Ghana and the Southern African nation. On February 4, 2026, Mahama arrived in Lusaka, where he was officially welcomed by Zambian officials before heading to address the National Assembly of Zambia, a speech that was livestreamed for public viewing.
The Ghanaian President’s address to the Zambian Parliament was highlighted as a key feature of the visit. In his remarks, Mahama is expected to share Ghana’s vision for deeper African unity and economic integration, focusing on cooperation, trade expansion and mutual support among countries on the continent. His speech underscored the importance of regional collaboration in achieving prosperity and promoting joint development goals.
Ahead of the address, Mahama’s arrival in Lusaka was greeted with protocol honours, reflecting the significance both nations place on strengthening bilateral ties. The State Visit, which runs until February 6, 2026, was undertaken at the invitation of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema, underlining shared priorities in political, economic and social cooperation.
During the visit, President Mahama will also hold bilateral talks with President Hichilema. These discussions are expected to explore ways to enhance diplomatic relations, increase trade and investment flows, and build strategic partnerships in areas such as technology, infrastructure and education. The Ghana-Zambia partnership is seen as an opportunity to boost economic linkages across borders and serve as a model for continental collaboration.
Another important aspect of the visit includes Mahama’s engagement with members of the Ghanaian community in Zambia. This segment of the visit reflects his administration’s interest in strengthening people-to-people ties and addressing the welfare of Ghanaians living abroad.
The livestreamed address to the Zambian National Assembly allowed the public and international observers to follow the proceedings in real time, emphasising transparency and shared interest in diplomatic dialogue. Observers believe that such high-level interactions between Ghana and Zambia will contribute to greater cohesion among African countries as they navigate shared challenges and opportunities
