Tourism in Ghana is set to become a major economic driver, with projections indicating that the industry could generate over six billion dollars per year.
Dr. Ibrahim Mohammed Awal, the Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, emphasized the potential of developing and maintaining tourist sites during the commissioning of the redeveloped Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park.
Highlighting Ghana’s unique attractions, Minister Awal mentioned that the country is leveraging its heritage and political tourism offerings to position itself as the go-to destination for tourists.
He also outlined plans for the modernization of Osu Castle and the integration of various attractions such as the National Museum and Forts and Castles, which will contribute to the realization of this agenda.
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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo commissioned the renovated and modernized Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, which now features state-of-the-art facilities.
These include a presidential library, mini-amphitheater, restaurant, freedom wall, and a digitalized payment and access system. The mausoleum has been fully refurbished, and the museum has been expanded with an audiovisual tunnel.
Additionally, there is an upgraded VVIP lounge, an expanded recreational area, a modernized gift shop, and a fountain area with synchronized audiovisuals—a first in West Africa.
President Akufo-Addo highlighted the significance of the project, stating that the modernized Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park aims to be one of the best tourism and heritage attractions in West Africa.
With the renovation, the park is expected to attract over one million tourists annually, a substantial increase from the previous annual visitation of ninety thousand.
The government’s commitment to developing the tourism sector is expected to create 150,000 jobs each year, further boosting the country’s economy.
By capitalizing on its unique cultural and historical offerings, Ghana is positioning itself as a leading tourism destination on the African continent.
