Ghana Eyeing to Deepen Economic Ties with Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, March 11, 2026 (ENA)— Ghana is looking at deepening economic cooperation with Ethiopia across economic sectors such as trade and industry, according to Ambassador Robert Afriyie.

In an exclusive interview with ENA, Ghana's Ambassador to Ethiopia, Robert Afriyie, said his country wants to deepen its cooperation in trade, industry, and economic diplomacy at large with Ethiopia.

“We are now looking at deepening relations in terms of trade and industry, economic diplomacy. So, we are fine tuning various aspects,” he stated.

Ambassador Afriyie pointed out that recent developments have significantly improved transportation links between the two nations; and this connectivity facilitates not only travel but also trade.

“There are now three to four daily flights connecting Addis Ababa to Accra, significantly enhancing people-to-people movement and trade — an opportunity that wasn't available just a few years ago.”

He noted that this opens the door for Ethiopia to export products like leather, while Ghana can offer its renowned cocoa.

In addition, the improved transport links facilitate not only imports and exports between the countries but also reinforce the shared goals under the African Continental Free Trade Area.

Ambassador Afriyie underscored that this is an opportune moment to deepen collaboration as the two nations find themselves in a promising period for strengthening the ties in various sectors.

Elaborating on the long-standing friendship between the two nations, the Ambassador traced their relationship back to the visionary leadership of President Kwame Nkrumah and Emperor Haile Selassie.

He stated that both leaders were pivotal in establishing the African Union, formerly known as the Organization of African Unity, marking a significant chapter in the shared legacy of the two nations.

Moreover, Ghanaians have played a crucial role in supporting Ethiopia during World War II against the Axis powers, Ambassador Afriyie said.

He elaborated that the Commonwealth cemetery bears witness to the sacrifice, featuring numerous Ghanaians were part of the Royal Frontier Force of West Africa and the Gold Coast Regiment, laying down their lives in Ethiopia’s fight for freedom against the invading Italian forces.

Their relationship rooted in a shared commitment to supporting each other as fellow Africans, the Ambassador further noted that the countries have collaborated effectively on the global stage, notably at the UN and the AU, cultivating strong ties.