The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), has led a high-level bilateral engagements between Ghana and Zambia, aimed at strengthening cooperation in digital transformation, innovation, and technology-driven economic growth.
Welcoming a 16-member Zambian business delegation to Accra, the Minister described the engagement as a continuation of discussions initiated in Zambia, noting that “what happened in Zambia is going to happen in Accra.”
He emphasized that the three-day programme would focus on intensive learning, deal-making, and building strategic partnerships to benefit both countries.
The Zambian delegation, led by the Minister for Technology and Science, Felix C. Mutati, is participating in a packed schedule of engagements, including policy dialogues, regulatory meetings, and Business-to-Business (B2B) sessions designed to unlock cross-border opportunities.
Hon. George indicated that Ghana had assembled key institutions to engage the delegation, including the Bank of Ghana, National Communications Authority, National Information Technology Agency, Cyber Security Authority, Data Protection Commission, Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, and the Office of the Registrar of Companies.
On his part, the Minister for Technology and Science for the Republic of Zambia, Hon. Felix C. Mutati, underscored the role of government in fostering innovation, stating that the primary responsibility of policymakers is to create an enabling environment that lowers barriers and removes bureaucratic constraints.
He challenged businesses from both countries to actively shape reforms, urging them to drive policies that support creativity, innovation, and growth.
He further highlighted the need for African countries to move beyond being consumers of technology to becoming creators of solutions, particularly through the adoption of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. He called for transformative innovations capable of addressing major challenges on the continent, including healthcare and resource discovery.
A key theme of his address was the importance of system interoperability across borders.
He advocated for stronger digital integration between Ghana and Zambia, particularly through frameworks such as digital identity systems, to enable seamless business operations and regional expansion.
The Zambian Minister also encouraged deeper private sector collaboration, noting that the success of the engagement would be measured by tangible partnerships and business deals.
He urged participants to return home with concrete outcomes, including new investments, joint ventures, and expanded market access.
Both Ministers expressed confidence that the engagement would strengthen economic ties between Ghana and Zambia, while positioning their countries as key players in Africa’s digital transformation agenda.
