Volta Region: Madam Dzifa Abla Gomashie, the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, along with key figures from the tourism industry, has embarked on a tour of tourist sites in the Volta Region. The initiative was supported by Volta Regional Minister Mr. James Gunu, who pledged his full backing.
According to Ghana News Agency, the visit aims to highlight the region's untapped tourism potential and calls for immediate government intervention to address infrastructure challenges that hinder growth. Madam Gomashie emphasized that the Volta Region hosts over 120 documented tourist sites, with many more awaiting exploration and promotion.
'The Volta Region is blessed with incredible natural and cultural heritage sites, some of which are still unknown to many Ghanaians. It is our duty to spotlight these places, not only for cultural preservation but also as a means of boosting the local economy through tourism,' she said.
During the tour, Madam Gomashie appealed to the Ministry of Roads and Highways to prioritize the development of access roads to these tourist destinations, noting that improving infrastructure is essential for unlocking the full tourism potential of the region. 'I am pleading with my colleague, the Minister of Roads, Kwame Agbodza, to urgently work on roads leading to these sites. Good roads are vital for tourism growth, community development, and increased revenue generation for both local governments and the nation,' she added.
The Minister assured local stakeholders that the government is committed to promoting and investing in the creative and tourism sectors, particularly in regions with untapped potential like the Volta Region. She engaged with 18 Municipal and District Chief Executives in the region, pledging close collaboration to unlock the vast tourism potential and maximize sector growth.
The Regional Minister assured that the Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC) is committed to collaborating with the Ministry and related agencies to support and build the capacity of MMDCEs and improve infrastructure. 'We are poised to make the Volta Region a leading tourism destination in Ghana,' he declared.
The tour continues with visits to key sites, where engagements with traditional leaders and community members are expected to shape policy directions for the sector.
