Ghana and Morocco are set to remove visa requirements for travelers between both countries as part of efforts to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations. This was disclosed by Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, after his meeting with Morocco’s Ambassador to Ghana, Imane Ouaadil.
The visa-free travel agreement, which will facilitate the movement of citizens between the two nations, is expected to be ratified by the parliaments of both countries in the coming months. According to Ablakwa, this move will boost trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between Ghana and Morocco, fostering closer ties between West and North Africa.
In addition to easing travel restrictions, both countries pledged to enhance cooperation in key sectors such as agribusiness, tourism, and security. The Moroccan government also announced an increase in its annual scholarship slots for Ghanaian students, doubling the number from 90 to 180. This initiative is expected to provide more Ghanaians with access to quality higher education in Morocco, strengthening educational and professional ties between the two nations.
Beyond Morocco, Ablakwa also held discussions with Russia’s Ambassador to Ghana, where they explored opportunities for deeper cooperation between Accra and Moscow. Though details of their discussions were not disclosed, the talks signal Ghana’s continued efforts to strengthen its international partnerships across different regions.
The removal of visa barriers between Ghana and Morocco aligns with Africa’s broader agenda to improve intra-continental travel and trade. Many African nations have been working towards implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) by easing restrictions on the movement of goods and people. If successfully implemented, the Ghana-Morocco visa-free policy could serve as a model for other African countries looking to foster closer economic and diplomatic relations.
While the agreement is yet to be finalized, stakeholders in the tourism and business sectors in both countries have expressed optimism that it will bring mutual benefits. Entrepreneurs and investors anticipate that the removal of visa restrictions will lead to increased business opportunities, while tourism operators believe it will attract more visitors to both nations.
