Mahama departs for Dubai summit ahead of Zambia trip on UAE-provided jet

President John Dramani Mahama departed Accra on Sunday for Dubai aboard a special aircraft provided by the United Arab Emirates, ahead of a three-day state visit to Zambia from 4-6 February, the presidency said.

Mahama will attend the World Governments Summit in Dubai from 2-4 February at the invitation of the UAE’s ruler. After the summit, he will proceed directly to Zambia on the same aircraft to meet Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema.

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During the Zambia visit, Mahama is expected to hold bilateral talks with Hichilema on trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, and regional integration under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

A key event will be Mahama’s address to Zambia’s National Assembly, where he will outline Ghana’s vision for a more integrated and economically connected Africa.

The two leaders will also co-chair a Ghana-Zambia Business Dialogue, giving Ghanaian firms an opportunity to showcase digital technologies and fintech solutions to Zambian businesses and government agencies.

Mahama will meet members of the Ghanaian community in Lusaka during the trip.

The presidency said the visit underscores Mahama’s commitment to accelerating AfCFTA implementation, which he views as essential for job creation, youth employment, and Africa’s competitiveness in the global economy.

The statement was issued by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, presidential spokesperson and minister for government communications.