Ghana has taken a major step toward deepening its technological partnership with Zambia as a high-level delegation led by Zambia’s Minister for Technology and Science, Felix Mutati, arrives in Accra for a two-day working visit focused on innovation, investment, and collaboration.
The visit signals growing ties between the two countries, with both governments positioning technology as a key driver of economic transformation. The Zambian delegation includes 16 business representatives from Lusaka and is expected to take part in roundtable discussions, technical engagements, and networking sessions aimed at turning dialogue into concrete business opportunities.
At a meeting hosted by the National Communications Authority, Ghana’s Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam George, welcomed the delegation and expressed confidence that the engagements would produce practical outcomes.
He noted that the Accra programme builds on earlier discussions held in Lusaka, describing the visit as an “exciting” opportunity for Ghana to host what he called a strong and influential Zambian delegation. According to him, the 48-hour schedule has been packed with discussions, learning exchanges, and partnership-building sessions designed to maximise results.
Mr. George stressed the importance of mutual learning, adding that both countries stand to benefit by sharing experiences and strengthening their respective digital ecosystems. He also indicated that while the official visit would end with Minister Mutati’s departure, some members of the delegation are expected to remain in Accra to conclude business negotiations.
He further explained that the engagement has been structured to run across multiple parallel sessions, allowing different groups to meet simultaneously and make the most of the limited time. The goal, he said, is to build sustainable partnerships that deliver long-term value for both nations.
For his part, Felix Mutati highlighted the importance of the technology sector to Zambia’s economy, noting that it contributes about 50 per cent to the country’s Gross Domestic Product.
He said closer collaboration with Ghana would help both countries develop homegrown solutions to shared African challenges, while urging a shift in mindset across the continent — from being consumers of technology to becoming creators and innovators.
Mr. Mutati also pointed to the growing impact of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, citing a case where a start-up used AI to identify what he described as the largest copper deposit discovered in a century. He said such developments demonstrate the transformative potential of technology for African economies.
Encouraging participants to think boldly, he called for solutions that move beyond incremental progress and deliver real transformation.
The two-day engagement will focus on knowledge exchange, partnership development, and exploring new business opportunities within the technology and innovation ecosystem.