Abla Dzifa Gomashie
The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has called on investors and well-meaning Ghanaians to partner with the ministry in developing tourist sites across the country.
She said that would also help boost tourism, enhance local economies, and increase national revenue.
Speaking at Wli in the Hohoe Municipality during her first fact-finding tour of tourist destinations in the Volta Region, Madam Gomashie, who is also the Member of Parliament for Ketu South, emphasised the importance of harnessing Ghana’s diverse natural and cultural assets for sustainable tourism.
She highlighted the need for collaboration between families, local assemblies, and the ministry, explaining that while most tourist attractions were owned by communities or private individuals, their development required joint efforts.
Madam Gomashie identified several infrastructural gaps, such as the lack of restrooms along tourist trails, and called for urgent attention to improve visitor experience.
She, however, expressed optimism that with better branding, packaging, and investment, Ghana’s tourism sector could see significant growth, especially during peak seasons when visitor numbers rise.
The minister urged the private sector to invest in eco-friendly accommodations and services that could cater for the needs of all categories of visitors.
As part of the tour, the minister paid a courtesy call on the Volta Regional Minister, Mr. James Gunu, held engagements with Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), and visited several sites including the Centre for National Culture, Regional Museum, Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary, Culture Village, and the Wli Agumatsa Waterfalls.
Her visit reinforced the ministry’s commitment to revitalising the tourism sector and ensuring that Ghana’s cultural and natural heritage become a pillar of economic development.
GNA