Ghana's Tourism Minister, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, recently visited several tourist sites in the Eastern Region, including the Aburi Botanical Gardens, Aburi Craft Village, and Papaye Gardens. Her visit was part of the 2026 Eastern Regional Tourism Expo and World Tourism Day celebrations. During her tour, she interacted with facility managers and assessed the history, current state, and development needs of the attractions.
At the Aburi Botanical Gardens, Minister Gomashie planted a tree and emphasized the importance of proper maintenance to preserve the site's historical and environmental value. She also urged tour guides to provide consistent and engaging accounts of the history of the various sites to sustain visitors' interest and improve their overall experience. This, she believes, will encourage repeat visits and attract more tourists to the country.
Minister Gomashie was accompanied by several high-ranking officials, including the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Maame Efua Houadjeto, and Professor Kobby Mensah of the Ghana Tourism Development Company. The tour aimed to promote the sustainable development of Ghana's tourism attractions while preserving the country's cultural and natural heritage.
The Minister stressed the need to preserve Ghana's heritage, improve existing attractions, and create compelling reasons for visitors to return. She encouraged managers of tourism facilities to reinvest in their attractions, introduce new activities, and continuously improve their facilities to attract visitors. This, she believes, will enhance Ghana's tourism experience and contribute to the country's economic growth.
The 2026 Eastern Regional Tourism Expo and World Tourism Day celebrations provided a platform for stakeholders to discuss the challenges and opportunities in Ghana's tourism industry. Minister Gomashie's call for improved maintenance and development of tourist sites is part of efforts to address these challenges and capitalize on the opportunities.
The Ghana Tourism Authority and other stakeholders are working to promote Ghana's tourism industry and attract more visitors to the country. Minister Gomashie's tour of the Eastern Region's tourist sites is part of these efforts, which aim to showcase Ghana's rich cultural and natural heritage. By improving the maintenance and development of tourist sites, the government hopes to increase tourist arrivals and boost the country's economy.
The Minister's visit to the Aburi Botanical Gardens, Aburi Craft Village, and Papaye Gardens highlights the importance of these sites in Ghana's tourism industry. These attractions offer a glimpse into Ghana's rich cultural and natural heritage, and their preservation and development are crucial to the country's tourism experience.
Key points
- Minister Gomashie calls for improved maintenance of tourist sites to enhance Ghana's tourism experience.
- The Minister urges tour guides to provide consistent and engaging accounts of the history of various sites.
- The tour aims to promote the sustainable development of Ghana's tourism attractions while preserving the country's cultural and natural heritage.
