Category: News

Accra: Ghana’s tourism industry, once hailed as a key pillar of economic growth and cultural diplomacy, is facing a worrying decline due to lack of commitment, clear direction, and consistent domestic marketing by authorities, the Africa Tourism Research Network (ATRN) has claimed. According to Ghana News Agency, a press release copied to the agency and signed by Mr. Emmanuel Frimpong, President of the ATRN, said recent engagements with stakeholders across six regions of the country revealed a downward trend in the operations of hotels, restaurants, and attraction sites, which were struggling to attract visitors. “Tourism thrives on vision, promotion and

New york: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has issued a stern warning to Russia, threatening to target the Kremlin if the war against Ukraine continues. In an interview with The Axios Show, Zelensky emphasized the need for Russian officials to be aware of their bomb shelter locations, indicating that they might be necessary if hostilities persist. According to Ghana News Agency, Zelensky expressed hope for the acquisition of unspecified long-range weapons from the United States, although he assured that any military action would avoid civilian targets. “We are not terrorists,” Zelensky asserted, distancing his strategy from attacks on non-military sites. Zelensky

Dzodze-kuli: The newly out-doored Queen Mother of Dzodze-Kuli, Mama Kawo II, has pledged to make education, women’s empowerment, and communal unity the cornerstone of her reign. In an exclusive interview with the Ghana News Agency on Tuesday morning, Mama Kawo II reaffirmed her commitment to driving social transformation in the Kuli community, describing her ascension to the stool as ‘a call to service and a mission to uplift lives through purposeful leadership.’ According to Ghana News Agency, Mama Kawo II, who was formally outdoored a fortnight ago at a ceremony held at the Kuli Market Square, is already earning praise

Accra: A spectacular display of Chinese cultural artistry stole the spotlight as Ghana and China celebrated the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. From opera and dance to thrilling performances, the evening’s showcase dazzled the audience, including the Diplomatic Corps, Ministers of State, Chinese business leaders, and the Chinese community in Ghana, demonstrating the depth of China’s cultural heritage. According to Ghana News Agency, the colourful reception at the Accra International Conference Centre, hosted by the Chinese Ambassador, Mr. Tong Defa, and graced by

Accra: Mrs. Alisa Osei-Asamoah, Chief Executive Officer of Riali Consult and former President of the Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA), has urged Ghana and other African countries to spearhead efforts in transforming global tourism into a sustainable and inclusive industry. According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs. Osei-Asamoah made this call in a statement commemorating World Tourism Day 2025, celebrated under the theme ‘Tourism and Sustainable Transformation.’ She emphasized that the theme aligns with the goals and challenges faced by Ghana and the broader African continent. In her statement, Mrs. Osei-Asamoah highlighted the need to rethink and redesign the tourism

Accra: NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte, has assured Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of the alliance’s solidarity, following drone incidents at Danish airports. The situation is being taken ‘very seriously,’ Rutte wrote on the X social network, after a conversation with Frederiksen. He added that the allies were working together to ensure ‘the safety and security of our critical infrastructure.’ According to Ghana News Agency, Frederiksen later stated that Denmark and NATO had agreed to work together to ‘ensure safety and security.’ She said she had spoken with Rutte about the ‘serious situation’ in Denmark. The Danish government says it

Tema: The AbibiNsroma Foundation has highlighted Ghana’s energy transition as a pivotal opportunity to restructure energy governance towards greater equity, inclusion, and sustainability. The foundation emphasizes the importance of locally grounded, participatory models for climate action, as supported by global institutions like the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and the African Union. According to Ghana News Agency, the foundation criticized Ghana’s current centralized and investor-focused approach, which often sidelines traditional authorities and rural communities. These groups hold significant ecological knowledge and bear the brunt of energy poverty and climate vulnerability. Mr. Bob T. K. Amiteye, Convener of the Civil Society