Accra, Ghana – June 4, 2025 — The Tourism Society of Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting youth-focused domestic tourism during a courtesy visit to the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie.
During the meeting, the Minister emphasized the importance of patriotism, cultural pride, and youth empowerment through storytelling and education. Reflecting on her journey in the arts, she encouraged young people to become ambassadors of Ghana’s rich cultural heritage.
Mr. Joseph Amartey, the acting Chief Executive Director of the Tourism Society of Ghana, highlighted the Society’s nationwide growth to over 80,000 members and its long-standing collaboration with the Ghana Education Service (GES). He announced the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with GES to institutionalize tourism clubs in schools and ensure cultural representation on education boards.
The Society also unveiled its four flagship youth initiatives: the National Tourism Quiz, National Youth Campaign, Youth in Tourism Festival, and Youth Sports Festival—all aimed at deepening cultural appreciation and strengthening national identity among students.
The delegation called for improved access to cultural and heritage sites for students, including those located in restricted or security zones. The Minister expressed support for the proposal, noting the potential of such visits to inspire the next generation of innovators.
Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration and leveraging tourism and the creative arts as powerful tools for national development.
Present at the meeting were Dr. Geoffrey Tamakloe, Director of Tourism, and Mr. Divine Owusu Ansah, Director for Culture and Creative Arts, both from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts.
Source: Mabel Delassie Awuku- Public Relations Unit
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts (MoTCCA)
