President John Mahama has announced plans to enhance economic cooperation between Ghana and Burkina Faso. Discussions are currently underway to establish a direct flight between Accra and Ouagadougou. Following a meeting with Burkina Faso’s military leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President Mahama revealed that a Ghanaian airline is scheduled to operate daily flights between the two capitals. This initiative aims to improve connectivity and facilitate trade between the two countries.
“We discussed trade between our two countries, particularly in agricultural products, and how we can ease the process for exporters and importers. One of the key initiatives is the introduction of a direct Accra-Ouagadougou flight, with an airline in Ghana already showing interest,” he stated. In addition to air connectivity, President Mahama noted that discussions also focused on energy cooperation.
According to him, plans are underway to increase Ghana’s electricity exports to Burkina Faso, alongside enhancing the transit corridor for petroleum products. He revealed that Burkina Faso recently acquired a fuel storage terminal, and both countries are considering extending Ghana’s existing pipeline from Bolgatanga to Ouagadougou to streamline fuel and diesel supply.
By: Emma Ankrah
