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Ghana and Zambia ink landmark visa-free deal

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Ghana and Zambia officials greeting each other at airport during visa-free deal.

Officials from Ghana and Zambia exchange greetings after signing a landmark visa-free travel agreement.

Ghana and Zambia have taken a bold step toward deeper regional integration by signing a visa-free travel agreement that allows citizens of both countries to move freely without entry permits. The deal was announced during President John Dramani Mahama’s official visit to Lusaka, where talks focused on boosting diplomacy, trade, and people-to-people ties. By removing long-standing travel barriers, the policy is expected to unlock new opportunities for business, tourism, education, and cultural exchange. Officials say easier mobility will help entrepreneurs, students, and workers connect across borders while strengthening economic cooperation. Beyond convenience, the agreement reflects a wider push for African connectivity, signaling growing momentum toward a more open and integrated continent.

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