Tanzania and Ghana have agreed to deepen their economic partnership with a focus on resource-based development, following high-level talks between President Samia Suluhu Hassan and Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama.
The two leaders met at State House in Arusha, where they discussed ways to expand cooperation in sectors such as mining, energy, agriculture, and trade. Both countries are rich in natural resources and are seeking to use these assets to drive industrial growth and create more jobs for their citizens.
During the meeting, President Samia emphasized the importance of adding value to raw materials before export. She noted that African countries must move away from exporting unprocessed resources and instead invest in local industries that can increase earnings and strengthen regional economies.
President Mahama echoed the sentiment, saying Ghana is committed to building stronger partnerships within Africa to promote sustainable development. He highlighted the need for knowledge sharing, technology transfer, and joint investments to maximize the benefits of natural resources.
The discussions also touched on improving trade between the two nations under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which aims to boost intra-African trade and reduce dependence on foreign markets.
Officials from both sides indicated that technical teams will follow up on the agreements reached, working on specific projects and frameworks to implement the cooperation plan.
The renewed partnership signals a growing trend among African nations to collaborate more closely in managing and benefiting from their natural resources, with leaders calling for unity and strategic planning to accelerate economic transformation across the continent.
