President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday welcomed Emmerson Mnangagwa to Ghana at the start of a three-day official visit aimed at deepening bilateral ties between the two countries.
President Mnangagwa arrived at the Kotoka International Airport at about 3:00 p.m., where he was received by President Mahama with full military honours. The ceremonial reception included an inspection of a Guard of Honour mounted by the Ghana Armed Forces and a 21-gun salute.
The visit, which runs from April 1 to April 3, is expected to strengthen long-standing relations between Ghana and Zimbabwe, with both leaders scheduled to hold high-level bilateral talks at Peduase Lodge.
Ahead of the main discussions, the two presidents will hold a private tête-à-tête before leading their respective delegations in broader talks covering areas such as trade, tourism, health, sanitation, agriculture, anti-corruption efforts, and job creation.
Officials say the discussions will culminate in the signing and exchange of several Memoranda of Understanding designed to expand cooperation in sectors of mutual interest.
Later Tuesday evening, President Mahama is expected to host a State Banquet in honour of President Mnangagwa, celebrating the historic friendship and diplomatic partnership between the two African nations.
As part of his itinerary, President Mnangagwa will also tour the Sweden Ghana Medical Centre, where he will receive briefings on Ghana’s healthcare delivery systems, and visit the Accra Compost and Recycling Plant to learn about advances in waste management and recycling technology.
The Zimbabwean leader is also expected to pay homage to Ghana’s founding president at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, where he will lay a wreath at the tomb of Kwame Nkrumah.
President Mnangagwa will depart Ghana on Friday from the Jubilee Lounge, where full departure honours will be accorded to him.