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Infrastructure needed to boost hospitality industry – Dzifa Gomashie
Minister-designate for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has underscored the importance of improving infrastructure in Ghana’s hospitality industry to attract more visitors and boost national revenue.
Concerns have been raised by key stakeholders about the declining state of the hospitality sector, which has led many Ghanaians to seek tourism opportunities abroad.
Appearing before the Appointments Committee of Parliament on January 22, 2025, Abla Dzifa Gomashie lamented the inadequate infrastructure needed to meet both domestic and international demand.
She pledged to collaborate with the private sector to enhance infrastructure and increase the sector’s capacity to accommodate the growing interest in tourism.
According to Dzifa Gomashie, “This is an unending discussion, especially where hotel rates are concerned. Even hotels that have franchises in other countries, tend to be very high, comparatively. I agree with you about the lack of infrastructure to meet the growing demands of the world and our country is bear in our faces.
She noted “Apart from engaging with the minister of finance, I think that everybody and anyone listening to me who is willing to engage with the private sector in Ghana, out of Ghana to ensure that we improve on our infrastructure capacities, you’re welcome to engage me after the vetting and if I get the nod this is an issue that we must deal with.”
“I agree with you that the lack of these facilities takes away from what could be revenue for our country,” she concluded.
Source: Citinewsroom.com
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No tolerance for arrogance and disrespect – President Mahama tells appointees
President John Dramani Mahama has advised his appointees to eschew any form of disrespect and arrogance to Ghanaians.
According to him, the people wield the power and have entrusted in them to serve and for that reason, they should serve them with respect.
He made this remarks at Jubilee House on January 22, 2025, during the swearing-in ceremony of six ministerial appointees.
John Mahama reiterated his government’s commitment to upholding good governance and accountability.
“We must exhibit tolerance for their views and work to meet their aspirations. This government will not tolerate arrogance or disrespect for the people who elected us into office. Modesty and prudence must be the guiding principles upon which you, myself, and our Vice President fashion our governance,” he added.
According to him,“The people of Ghana will hold us accountable for the trust they have placed in our hands. It cannot be business as usual. We must be transparent and fair in all our dealings,” he emphasised.
“As I pointed out during my inaugural speech, Ghanaians have, through their votes, declared their intention to demand the highest standards of governance, and we cannot afford to fail them,” he stated.
The ministers are Dr Ato Forson- Minister for Finance, John Jinapor- Minister for Energy & Green Transition, Dr Dominic Ayine- Attorney General &Minister for Justice, Haruna Iddrisu- Minister for Education Eric Opoku- Minister for Food and Agriculture and KwameAgbodza- Minister for Roads and Highways.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Samira Bawumia receives MPA students from Harvard University
The former second lady, Samira Bawumia has received Master of Public Administration (MPA) students from the Harvard University, USA.
They visited her as part of their course requirement under the Edward S Mason Fellowship Programme.
“Our discussions focused on thought leadership, my advocacy for women and children, particularly in the areas of climate action, women empowerment, child protection, and women in leadership among others,” she revealed in a post.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
