In a move aimed at strengthening Ghana’s tourism industry, renowned media personality and tourism advocate Abeiku Santana has been appointed Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA). This development is expected to boost Ghana’s efforts to become a premier destination for global travelers. Abeiku Santana, known privately as Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey, brings…
In a major boost to the country’s tourism industry, Ghana has been ranked as the second safest place in Africa. This prestigious ranking is a testament to the country’s commitment to providing a secure and welcoming environment for visitors from around the world. According to the latest Global Peace Index (GPI) report, Ghana has made…
Globally, the gastronomic or culinary tourism industry is worth around $800 billion. South Africa, with its excellent culinary offerings, cultural varieties, and some of the best chefs in the world, has the potential to become a leader in culinary tourism. However, to become a leader in the culinary tourism market, a lot of work…
The Ugandan government has partnered with Ghana’s Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) to decommission the 39-acre Kiteezi Landfill in the Wakiso District near Kampala. The decommissioned site will be transformed into an ecological recreational facility. Additionally, JGC plans to invest in integrated composting and recycling systems as well as transfer stations, providing comprehensive waste…
This past Saturday, 14th August 2024, Château Nana Willine Boutique Hotel Restaurant and Spa in Ghana was buzzing with excitement as it hosted the Ghana Tourism Networking Mixer. The event, an absolute success, drew prominent figures from the tourism industry, government officials, and private sector leaders, all gathered to forge new partnerships and explore…
Rachel Irvine, CEO and founder of Irvine Partners Irvine Partners, the leading independent creative communications agency in Africa, today announced the opening of its second European office in Stuttgart, Germany. This expansion coincides with the launch of a dedicated travel and tourism division within the agency. Established in South Africa in 2010, Irvine Partners has…
Readers Bay Foundation has launched a unique initiative called ‘The Reading Caravan,’ It is Ghana’s First Tourist-Readers Adventure that gets patrons glued to a book and read while on a moving bus. The Bus finally arrives in a local school or community where pupils together with their teachers and patrons engage in practical literacy…
The Ghana Tourism Authority is this year partnering Agrihouse Foundation to organize the 4th Ghana Poultry Day, scheduled for Monday, July 1, 2024 at the forecourt of the state house. This strategic partnership underscores a shared commitment to enhancing Agri-Tourism in Ghana, aligning with efforts to promote the nation’s agricultural sector. Now in…
A photo collage of guests at the launch of Ike City Hotel A morden day hospitality facility, christened Ike City Hotel (Step into luxury) is officially open for business in Community 25, near Tema in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. The plush facility, a subsidiaries of Ike City Group is a 54 bedroom…
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor, MP has commended the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) for the frontal role it continues to play in the implementation of various policies and initiatives by the Ministry. Speaking during a courtesy call on the Chief Of Defence Staff, Lieutenant General Thomas Oppong-Peprah…
Left to right: Stella Wanyoike, Antony Wanyoike, Laurent Voivenel, Lizzie Wanyoike, Eric Wanyoike Swiss-Belhotel International, the rapidly growing global hotel management group, has signed an agreement with the NIBS Resort Company Limited to manage the Swiss-Belinn Nairobi, the group’s first operating hotel in Africa. This collaboration underscores Swiss-Belhotel International’s strategic expansion plans in Africa. Nestled…
