Zambia’s Minister for Technology and Science, Felix Mutati, has credited Ghana’s Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam George, for facilitating a high-level business and government delegation visit to Accra, describing it as a model for strengthening intra-African partnerships.

Mr Mutati, who arrived in Ghana with a 16-member delegation, said the visit was the direct outcome of Mr George’s earlier engagement in Lusaka, which he said demonstrated the value of African countries building direct relationships.

Speaking in an interview on Citi FM, Mr Mutati said the Ghanaian minister’s outreach had gone beyond diplomacy, inspiring practical collaboration between the two countries.

He emphasised that meaningful economic cooperation on the continent depends on deliberate engagement, noting that real investment opportunities are often rooted in strong interpersonal and institutional connections.

Mr Mutati said the visit underscored a broader vision of Africa-to-Africa collaboration, where countries move beyond rhetoric to pursue tangible partnerships in areas such as technology and innovation.

The Zambian minister, who described his arrival in Ghana as a personal as well as professional experience, noted that family ties had deepened his connection to the country, adding that the visit felt like “coming home.”

He also reflected on cultural exchanges between the two countries, recalling how a visit by John Dramani Mahama to Zambia sparked widespread interest in traditional Ghanaian attire, particularly the fugu, which he said has since gained recognition beyond Ghana’s borders.

Beyond the lighter moments, Mr Mutati highlighted Zambia’s ambitions within the technology sector, pointing to its growing contribution to the national economy and the country’s intention to transition from a consumer of technology to a producer.

He cited opportunities in artificial intelligence and natural resource development, including copper, as areas where African countries can collaborate to drive innovation and industrial growth.

Mr Mutati stressed that the kind of engagement initiated by Mr George represents a blueprint for future cooperation across the continent, where targeted diplomatic efforts translate into investment, knowledge exchange and sustainable development.

The visit is expected to deepen bilateral relations between Ghana and Zambia, particularly in the digital and technology sectors, as both countries seek to position themselves as key players in Africa’s evolving innovation landscape.