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10th anniversary of Kempinski Hotel launched
The Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra has launched its 10- year anniversary celebrations highlighting its impact on Ghana’s tourism and hospitality industry.
The event, attended by key dignitaries, industry stakeholders, and special guests, was an opportunity to reflect on the hotel’s achievements and its role in shaping the hospitality sector in Ghana.
The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Ms Abla Dzifa Gomashie, congratulated the hotel’s management and staff for their dedication and commitment to excellence.
Ms Gomashie noted that partnerships like this have contributed significantly to the tourism sector’s growth, citing a 25 per cent increase in international tourist arrivals in 2023, reaching approximately 1.15 million visitors and surpassing pre-pandemic levels.
The General Manager of Kempinski Gold Coast City Hotel, Mr Hanno Barkhoff, reflected on the hotel’s decade-long journey, stating that it had not only met but exceeded its vision of redefining the sector.
He emphasized that the hotel has become an integral part of the city, offering unmatched elegance and memorable experiences.
Mr Barkhoff acknowledged that the journey has not been without challenges, but the hotel has continued to adapt, innovate, and set new standards for luxury hospitality in Ghana.
He assured that Kempinski remains committed to investing in its team, fostering innovation, and maintaining its reputation as a leading hospitality brand.
The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Mr Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, commended Kempinski for its continued partnership with the association over the years.
As part of the 10-year celebrations, he said the hotel has planned several activities and initiatives focusing on key areas that connect the hotel to its people, guests, and the wider community.
“The celebrations will culminate in a grand gala in November to honour the hotel’s dedicated team and loyal clients,” he explained
By Agnes Opoku Sarpong
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Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21, declared public holidays
The Ministry of Interior has declared Friday, April 18, 2025, and Monday, April 21, 2025 as Statutory Public Holidays
This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Minister for Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak.
He stated that “The general public is hereby informed that Friday, 18thApril 2025, and Monday, 21st April 2025, which mark Good Friday and Easter Monday respectively, are Statutory Public Holidays and should be observed as such throughout the country.”
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Health Minister pays unannounced visit to Ridge Hospital
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh paid an unannounced visit to the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, known as Ridge Hospital, earlier today to assess the quality of healthcare delivery and operational standards at the facility.
Arriving at the facility, the Minister toured key hospital departments, including the emergency unit, inpatient and outpatient departments, and the imaging department.
He interacted with the hospital’s management team, seeking direct feedback on service delivery and infrastructure challenges.
The surprise inspection revealed that both the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) scan machines have been out of service for the past two years, requiring urgent attention.
Minister Akandoh expressed his dissatisfaction with the delays in service and the shortage of critical medical equipment.
However, he commended the dedication of healthcare professionals who continue to work under challenging conditions.
“These unannounced visits help us see the reality on the ground, not just what is reported in boardrooms,” he stated.
The Health Minister indicated that immediate follow-up actions would be taken to address the issues identified during the visit.
He promised that the Ministry would work closely with the management of the hospital to improve working conditions and enhance patient care.
He emphasized that the visit reflects the government’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s healthcare infrastructure and responding to the evolving needs of its population.
