The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has awarded JoyNews' Ahafo Regional Correspondent, Emmanuel Adu Gyamfi, the Digital Tourism Icon of the Year 2026 award. This recognition was given at the second Ahafo Regional Tourism Awards, which took place in Goaso on September 24, 2026. The award acknowledges Mr. Gyamfi's efforts in promoting tourism and socio-economic development in the Ahafo Region through traditional and digital media platforms.
According to the Ghana Tourism Authority, Emmanuel Adu Gyamfi's journalism has significantly contributed to promoting tourism in the region. His reports and articles have been shared across various platforms, including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, Instagram, Telegram, and the Multimedia Group's digital platforms. The GTA cited his write-ups as evidence of his efforts to promote tourism and development in the Ahafo Region.
The citation accompanying the award praised Mr. Gyamfi's work, stating that his reports and articles on tourism received positive feedback and went far and wide. The Ghana Tourism Authority expressed its pride in conferring the award, saying, "Your efforts at promoting tourism and the general development of the Ahafo Region are evident in your write-ups." The ceremony was chaired by Nana Afia Serwaa I, Manhemaa of the Goaso Traditional Area.
The Ahafo Regional Tourism Awards aim to recognize excellence, foster healthy competition among practitioners, strengthen collaboration within the tourism and hospitality industry, and promote Ghana's destination image. The event also honored other hospitality, entertainment, and service providers contributing to the growth of the tourism industry in the Ahafo Region. Zeniel Oasis Hotel in Goaso was named 2-Star Hotel of the Year, while Lamore Restaurant and Bar won Restaurant of the Year.
Other award winners included Pizza Man Chicken Man, named Fast Food Establishment of the Year; Cassava Cassava, Traditional Caterer of the Year; and Smart City Pleasure Pub, Drinking Bar of the Year. New Star Travel and Tour was named Travel Agent of the Year, while Clean Heart Entertainment and Ralph TV received media-related recognition for their work on social media. Honorary awards were also presented to the CEOs of Michael Adjei Group of Companies and Odeefour Group of Companies for their contributions to regional industry development.
The event celebrated the contributions of various individuals and organizations to the tourism industry in the Ahafo Region. The awards scheme seeks to promote excellence and collaboration within the industry. By recognizing outstanding contributions, the Ghana Tourism Authority aims to encourage continued growth and development in the region's tourism sector.
Emmanuel Adu Gyamfi's award is a testament to the impact of his work in promoting tourism in the Ahafo Region. His recognition as the Digital Tourism Icon of the Year 2026 highlights the importance of digital media in shaping the tourism industry. The Ghana Tourism Authority's efforts to promote tourism and development in the region are ongoing, with a focus on collaboration and excellence.
Key points
- Emmanuel Adu Gyamfi was awarded the Digital Tourism Icon of the Year 2026 by the Ghana Tourism Authority.
- The award recognizes his contributions to promoting tourism and socio-economic development in the Ahafo Region.
- The Ahafo Regional Tourism Awards aim to promote excellence and collaboration within the tourism and hospitality industry.
