Tourism

Ghana's culinary landscape will take centre stage on August 29 as the third DCS Culinary Expo brings together chefs, hospitality professionals, students, food entrepreneurs and enthusiasts to explore innovative ways of presenting Ghanaian cuisine through modern culinary techniques.

The government is seeking to extract greater economic value from tourism by increasing visitor spending and strengthening the sector’s contribution to foreign-exchange earnings, even as international arrivals continue to rise.

Ghana’s tourism sector generated an estimated US$4.34 billion in revenue from international tourist arrivals in 2025, Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Minister, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has disclosed.

Despite signs of recovery in the hospitality industry following the implementation of the 2026 Budget, hotel operators say rising utility costs, limited access to affordable financing and a high tax burden continue to undermine the sector’s ability to expand, attract investment and create jobs.

The Ahanta West Municipality will this month celebrate its rich history, culture and economic potential through the maiden edition of Ahanta Heritage Month 2026.

Ghana's tourism numbers for 2025 tell a story of steady, not explosive, growth but look past the headline arrival figures and a more interesting shift shows up in where people are choosing to sleep.