Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party flag bearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed his commitment to rebuilding the business and tourism ecosystem at La Pleasure Beach in Ghana. In a statement issued on October 3, 2026, Dr. Bawumia described the demolition of La Beach as "sad" and voiced concerns about the destruction of movable assets belonging to businesses operating at the site. He emphasized the beach's social, economic, and cultural significance to Ghana.
La Beach has been a major tourism destination and source of livelihood for thousands of people, particularly the youth. Dr. Bawumia noted that the beach has hosted international functions and entertainment events, and played a role in activities associated with the Year of Return under the previous NPP administration. He pledged to make La Beach a major tourism and economic enclave in the future.
Dr. Bawumia's proposed measures include rebuilding the beach economy and issuing leases to individual businesses operating there. He also promised to redesign the area to meet required standards and provide support to operators to enable them to run their businesses. The redevelopment aims to accommodate both major hospitality establishments and smaller businesses that contribute to the beach economy.
To achieve this, Dr. Bawumia said his administration would secure the space for Labadi Beach Hotel and others, allowing them to coexist with smaller businesses that create the beach ecosystem. He further pledged to engage the owners of Laboma Beach to resolve outstanding issues and work with them to bring their operations into compliance with the law.
Dr. Bawumia also emphasized the need to address environmental challenges in the area, particularly flooding. He stated that his administration would work on the lagoon and resolve issues related to flooding and the environment. This would help protect and improve the livelihoods associated with the beach economy.
The demolition of La Beach has raised concerns about the impact on the local economy and the thousands of jobs that depend on it. Dr. Bawumia reiterated his commitment to saving these jobs and improving them. He believes that his proposed measures will help restore economic activity at the site and make La Beach a thriving tourism destination once again.
Dr. Bawumia's pledge to rebuild La Beach's economy has been welcomed by stakeholders, who are eager to see the area restored to its former glory. His administration's proposed measures aim to balance the needs of businesses, residents, and the environment, ensuring a sustainable and thriving beach ecosystem for the future.
Key points
- Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia pledges to rebuild La Beach's economy and tourism ecosystem.
- La Beach was demolished, destroying movable assets and affecting thousands of livelihoods.
- Dr. Bawumia's proposed measures include redesigning the area, issuing leases, and addressing environmental challenges.
