The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Maame Efua Houadjeto, has been enstooled as the Safohen of the Bentsir No. …
GTA CEO Maame Efua Houadjeto enstooled as Safohen of Bentsir No. 1 Asafo CompanyGhana Minute.
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… In an interview with JoyNews in Wa, the Minister said she had collected documents and met staff from the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board, Ghana Tourism Authority and the Centre for National Culture to understand why the CNC building remains unfinished and why staff were relocat …
Tourism Minister pledges action on cultural infrastructure, pushes domestic tourism in Upper West… Discussions during the event also revealed plans for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Ghana Tourism Authority and their Ethiopian counterparts to strengthen tourism cooperation and jointly market both destinations. …
Black Star Experience coordinates Ghana Month in Ethiopia to strengthen Pan-African tourism, culture and business connections… Opoku explained that while hostels are registered and monitored by the Ghana Tourism Authority, the Rent Control Department is responsible for assessing and regulating pricing. …
Some landlords forcing students into prostitution through high rent – Rent Commissioner… He revealed that district authorities recently held discussions with the traditional council, led by the Paramount Chief of Adaklu, Togbe Gbogbi Atsa V, and officials from the Ghana Tourism Authority regarding progress on the project. …
Adaklu DCE commends CBG for women’s health outreach initiative- April 2026
… The event also marked the official launch of the landmark Highlife Festival, scheduled for October 2026, which is being organised collaboratively by the Creative Arts Agency, Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), National Folklore Board (NFB), and MUSIGA. …
3rd Authentic Highlife Nite Lits +233 Jazz BarThe Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has begun an inspection and licence renewal exercise for food, beverage and entertainment enterprises in the Greater Accra Region on Monday. …
GTA begins inspection, licence renewal of hospitality facilitiesThe Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has began an inspection and licence renewal exercise for food, beverage and entertainment enterprises in the Greater Accra Region on Monday. …
GTA begins inspection, licence renewal of hospitality facilities… The Highlife Festival is being organised collaboratively by the Creative Arts Agency, Ghana Tourism Authority, National Folklore Board and MUSIGA. …
MUSIGA hosts 3rd authentic highlife nite to raise funds for AMWEFMarilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto, CEO, GTA The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has commenced the inspection of licence renewal for operators of food, beverage and entertainment enterprises within the Greater Accra Region. …
GTA Begins Vendors, Entertainment Enterprises Inspection
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Ghana Tourism Authority CEO enstooled as Safohen in Cape Coast
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Maame Efua Houadjeto, CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority, has been enstooled as the Safohen of the Bentsir No. 1 Asafo Company in Cape Coast under the stool name Nana Efua Kouguah Nshiraba II. The traditional ceremony, attended by hundreds of people including government officials and community leaders, showcased Ghana's cultural heritage and symbolized recognition of her leadership and service to the community.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
Yesterday
Ghana Tourism Authority CEO enstooled as Safohen in Cape Coast
Maame Efua Houadjeto, CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority, has been enstooled as the Safohen of the Bentsir No. 1 Asafo Company in Cape Coast under the stool name Nana Efua Kouguah Nshiraba II. The traditional ceremony, attended by hundreds of people including government officials and community leaders, showcased Ghana's cultural heritage and symbolized recognition of her leadership and service to the community.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
Monday 18 May
Tourism Minister pledges action on stalled Wa cultural centre
Ghana's Tourism Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie pledged to push for completion of the uncompleted Centre for National Culture building in Wa, a 1,500-capacity auditorium and crafts village that has been abandoned since the contractor stopped work following its 2008 start. She said she had gathered documents and met staff from relevant boards to understand why the structure remains unfinished and committed to engaging the Ministries of Finance and Transport to coordinate next steps.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 14 May
Ghana Month launch in Ethiopia showcases tourism, culture, business
A Tourism Trade Show held in Ethiopia as part of Ghana Month at Kuriftu African Village brought together tourism stakeholders, business leaders, and diplomats to celebrate African unity and strengthen Ethiopian-Ghanaian partnerships in tourism, culture, and investment through exhibitions of Ghanaian traditions, craftsmanship, and cuisine.
14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tuesday 12 May
Acting Rent Commissioner links high student housing costs to prostitution
Ghana's Acting Rent Commissioner Fredrick Opoku has accused some landlords and hostel operators of exploiting students through excessive accommodation charges, stating that rising hostel costs are pushing some students into prostitution to pay rent. The Rent Control Department is assessing hostel pricing following concerns from the National Union of Ghana Students over continuous fee increases.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Sunday 10 May
Consolidated Bank Ghana praised for women's health outreach
The Adaklu District Chief Executive has commended Consolidated Bank Ghana Ltd for providing free health screening and financial literacy services to women in the district as part of Mother's Day activities held on May 9.
10 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 29 April
3rd Authentic Highlife Nite celebrates Ghanaian music, launches festival
The 3rd Authentic Highlife Nite, held on April 25 at +233 Jazz Bar & Grill, featured performances by veteran and contemporary artists and raised funds for the Ageing Musicians Welfare Fund. The event marked the official launch of a landmark Highlife Festival scheduled for October 2026 and the 'Highlife 2 the World Tour'.
29 April 2026 · Daily Guide →
GTA begins inspection and licence renewal in Greater Accra hospitality sector
The Ghana Tourism Authority has started an inspection and licence renewal exercise for food, beverage and entertainment businesses in Greater Accra to ensure compliance with public health, safety and operational standards. The exercise covers traditional catering enterprises including chop bars, food vendors, drinking bars, pubs and fast food joints.
29 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tuesday 28 April
Ghana Tourism Authority inspects hospitality facilities in Greater Accra
The Ghana Tourism Authority has begun an inspection and licence renewal exercise for food, beverage and entertainment enterprises in the Greater Accra Region, covering traditional catering enterprises including chop bars, food vendors, drinking bars and fast food joints. The exercise aims to ensure facilities comply with public health, safety and operational standards.
28 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Monday 27 April
MUSIGA hosts third highlife fundraiser, launches 2026 festival
The Musicians Union of Ghana held its 3rd Authentic Highlife Nite on 25 April to raise funds for the Ageing Musicians Welfare Fund, featuring performances by Teacher, Mzbel, Obrafour, Kwabena Kwabena, and others. The event announced the official launch of the Highlife Festival planned for October 2026 and the Highlife to the World Tour.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 24 April
GTA inspects food and entertainment venues in Greater Accra
The Ghana Tourism Authority has commenced inspection of licence renewal for food, beverage and entertainment enterprises in the Greater Accra Region, covering chop bars, food vendors, drinking bars, pubs, fast food joints, snack bars and outdoor catering services to ensure compliance with public health, safety and operational standards.
24 April 2026 · Daily Guide →