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Ghana Navy, Zambia reaffirm commitment to strengthening defence cooperation
July 23, 2026
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Ghana Navy, Zambia reaffirm commitment to strengthening defence cooperation

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Key Points

  • The Ghana Navy and Zambia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral defence cooperation.
  • Newly appointed Zambian Defence Attaché, Colonel Brian Kandiwa Moyo, paid a courtesy visit to the Naval Headquarters in Ghana.
  • Colonel Moyo praised the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC) for its significant contribution to the professional development of Zambian officers.
  • Commodore Ben Baba Abdul of the Ghana Navy expressed confidence in Colonel Moyo to build on the existing historic partnership.
  • Both nations stressed the importance of sustained engagement to expand cooperation beyond military training into areas promoting regional peace, security, and national development.

Why This Matters

This article underscores Ghana's significant role in regional security and its capacity-building efforts through institutions like the GAFCSC, which trains officers from other African nations. Strengthening defense ties with Zambia enhances Ghana's diplomatic influence and contributes to broader regional stability, aligning with its foreign policy objectives of fostering cooperation and mutual security.

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