Zambia’s Minister for Technology and Science has commended Ghana’s Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam Nartey George, for his efforts in promoting Africa-to-Africa investment and strengthening digital cooperation across the continent.
The praise was given following recent high-level engagements between Ghana and Zambia aimed at deepening collaboration in technology, innovation, and digital development.
The Zambian minister noted that a recent visit by a Zambian government and business delegation to Ghana was made possible through earlier diplomatic and technical discussions initiated under Sam George’s leadership. He described the engagement as a strong example of practical African cooperation that moves beyond dialogue into actionable partnerships.
He further explained that Sam George’s approach reflects a growing shift towards “Africa-to-Africa investment,” where African nations actively invest in one another’s economies rather than relying heavily on external partners. According to him, this model is essential for building sustainable growth, especially in the digital and technology sectors.
During the visit, discussions focused on key areas such as digital innovation, artificial intelligence, fintech solutions, e-governance, and technology infrastructure development. Both countries explored ways to strengthen cooperation through joint projects, knowledge sharing, and cross-border partnerships.
Officials from both Ghana and Zambia expressed optimism that the collaboration would open new opportunities for startups, technology firms, and investors seeking to expand across African markets. The initiative is also expected to support skills development and encourage innovation-driven growth.
Sam George has consistently advocated for Africa to position itself as a self-reliant digital hub. He has emphasized the importance of developing homegrown solutions that address local challenges while also being scalable across other African countries.
He has also pushed for stronger regulatory alignment across African nations to reduce barriers for technology companies operating in multiple markets. According to him, easing cross-border regulations will help unlock the full potential of Africa’s digital economy.
The Zambia-Ghana engagement is part of a broader continental trend aimed at strengthening regional integration through technology and innovation. Countries are increasingly focusing on collaboration in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital identity systems, fintech, and smart governance.
The Zambian minister highlighted that such partnerships are not only beneficial for governments but also for private sector players, particularly young entrepreneurs and startups looking to scale their innovations across borders.
He added that Africa-to-Africa investment has the potential to create jobs, improve public service delivery, and accelerate economic transformation by leveraging shared expertise and resources.
Observers believe that Ghana’s growing digital leadership, combined with Zambia’s interest in technology-driven development, could serve as a model for other African countries seeking similar partnerships.
The commendation of Sam George reflects increasing recognition of Ghana’s role in promoting digital transformation and regional cooperation within Africa’s evolving technology landscape.
As both countries continue to explore deeper collaboration, officials say the partnership could mark a significant step toward building a more connected, innovative, and self-sustaining African digital economy.
Source: Thepressradio.com
