Accra, April 3, – President John Dramani Mahama and Zimbabwean President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa have concluded a day’s bilateral meeting at the Peduase Lodge, reaffirming their commitment to deepen cooperation across multiple sectors.
The meeting formed part of President Mnangagwa’s three-day state visit to Ghana, which began on April 1.
A 23-point communiqué, read by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, outlined a broad framework for enhanced collaboration between the two countries.
Key areas of cooperation include:
- Trade and investment
- Energy and tourism
- Health and education
- Defence and police cooperation
- Agriculture and mining
- Media, sports and cultural heritage
- Local governance and waste management
The two leaders stressed the need to strengthen economic ties, with a focus on boosting private sector participation and expanding bilateral trade. They also welcomed outcomes from a recent Business Roundtable Forum, expressing confidence in new partnerships and investments.
Both sides committed to the swift implementation of 10 Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) already signed, while working to finalise pending agreements.
President Mahama welcomed Zimbabwe’s offer to host the African Union Mid-Year Summit in 2027 during Ghana’s chairmanship of the continental body.
On global matters, the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to international law and multilateral cooperation, calling for diplomacy and dialogue in resolving conflicts.
They also highlighted shared positions on:
- The need for peaceful dispute resolution
- Respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity
- Non-interference in internal affairs of states
President Mnangagwa commended Ghana’s leadership in advancing historical justice through the United Nations Resolution A/RES/80/250, which recognises the transatlantic slave trade and racial enslavement as crimes against humanity.
He further expressed appreciation for Ghana’s support for Zimbabwe’s bid for a United Nations Security Council non-permanent seat (2027–2028) and its continued advocacy for the removal of sanctions on Zimbabwe.
At the close of the visit, President Mnangagwa thanked the Government and people of Ghana for their hospitality and extended an invitation to President Mahama for a reciprocal visit to Zimbabwe.
Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the outcomes of the engagements and pledged to further strengthen bilateral relations for mutual benefit.
GHBUSS
April 3, 2026
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