Accra, Ghana – January 13, 2026 – In a significant display of deepening South-South cooperation, Sierra Leone’s Vice President, His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, paid a courtesy visit today to his Ghanaian counterpart, Her Excellency Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, at the heart of the Ghanaian capital.
The meeting, which served as the highlight of Dr. Jalloh’s working visit to Ghana, underscored the strong and enduring bilateral relationship between the two West African nations.
During his stay, the Sierra Leonean leader engaged with high-ranking government officials, Ghanaian entrepreneurs already active in Sierra Leone’s market, and potential investors eyeing opportunities in the country. Key sectors highlighted included energy (particularly gas), digital transformation, mining logistics, and broader trade initiatives.
Dr. Jalloh emphasized the historical bonds shared by Sierra Leone and Ghana, noting that both countries remain committed to fostering collaboration that benefits not only their peoples but the wider African continent.
He extended warm congratulations to Prof. Opoku-Agyemang on marking her first year in office since assuming the vice presidency in January 2025, praising her contributions alongside the administration in stabilizing and strengthening Ghana’s economy.
Central to the discussions was the vital role of South-South cooperation, which facilitates the sharing of resources, technology, expertise, and knowledge among developing nations. Both leaders stressed its importance in driving Africa’s progress.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang warmly welcomed Dr. Jalloh and his delegation, expressing appreciation for the visit and highlighting the mutual benefits of open-minded collaboration between the two countries.
She advocated for continued learning from one another’s experiences while maintaining mutual oversight to bolster continental unity.
A major focus of the talks was the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the broader push for free trade across the continent.
Ghana’s Vice President underscored that prioritizing free trade could transform livelihoods by enabling more efficient and sustainable use of Africa’s abundant resources, leading to greater economic integration, job creation, and shared prosperity.
The two vice presidents reaffirmed their dedication to joint efforts that advance their respective nations and contribute to a stronger, more united Africa.
Dr. Jalloh was accompanied by Sierra Leone’s High Commissioner to Ghana, Mohamed Hassan Kaisamba, along with other members of the diplomatic team from the High Commission.
The visit reinforces the growing momentum in West African diplomacy, building on recent high-level exchanges between the two countries and their shared commitment to regional economic integration.
