The government of Ghana, through the Tourism Development Fund, has injected over GHC30 million into promoting cultural tourism nationwide, reinforcing its commitment to the creative sector and local festivals.
This significant announcement was made by Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, Policy Advisor at the Office of the Vice President, during the 61st Oguaaman Fetu Afahye celebration in the Central Region.
Representing the Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, Dr. Ampofo told the festival’s durbar that the government’s recent investment aims to position Ghana’s vibrant festivals as engines of economic growth and as a platform for Ghanaian creatives to shine on the global stage.
“Through the Creative Arts Agency, working with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, the government is investing in unprecedented opportunities for our creatives to flourish, allowing them to earn sustainable livelihoods while flying high the proud flag of Ghana across the globe,” Dr. Ampofo stated. He further highlighted that strategic investments by the Ghana Tourism Development Company and the Tourism Development Fund are ensuring that festivals like Fetu Afahye remain both cultural sanctuaries and powerful contributors to the national economy.
Dr. Ampofo commended this year’s festival theme, “Innovate to Elevate,” noting its alignment with the government’s broader vision of national renewal. In a show of support, Dr. Ampofo, accompanied by CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority Maame Efua Houadjeto and Cape Coast South MP George Kweku Ricketts-Hagan, presented soft drinks, bottled water, cooking oil, bags of rice, and an undisclosed cash donation to the festival organizers.
Paramount Chief of the Oguaa Traditional Area, Osabarima Kwesi Atta II, expressed deep gratitude to the government delegation and called for collective action to advance Cape Coast’s development. The group also paid a courtesy visit to the Central Regional Coordinating Council, where Dr. Ampofo encouraged collaboration with the Regional Security Council to ensure safety in the region.
Turning to infrastructure, Dr. Ampofo assured festival-goers of the government’s commitment to accelerating construction on the critical Accra–Cape Coast road. “His Excellency the President is very passionate about roads… It is almost becoming a nightmare to travel from Accra to the Central Region. We will carry the concerns of the Regional Minister to ensure we can accelerate the pace of work on the Accra-Cape road,” he emphasized.
Central Regional Minister Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere also used the occasion to reveal plans for a new free zone in the region, designed to attract investment and spur growth beyond Accra, further signaling the government’s intent to unlock economic opportunities throughout Ghana.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
