The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has underscored the growing importance of Fugu (smock) production as a driver of job creation, cultural preservation and tourism development during a joint engagement with smock dealers and producers in Accra. The meeting, held on Monday, February 16, 2026, brought together representatives of smock…
On Friday, February 13, 2026, the Ghana Dance Ensemble, the resident company of the National Theatre of Ghana, completed its fifth and final performance at the Surajkund International Crafts Fair in Faridabad, India. The Ensemble once again captivated audiences with their distinguished presentations of Kete and Borborbor, two of Ghanas most celebrated traditional dances. Their…
Accra, Ghana – February 13, 2026 – The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, yesterday used the floor of Parliament of Ghana to highlight the economic and cultural value of Made-in-Ghana chocolate as part of activities marking Ghana Chocolate Day, celebrated annually on February 14. While responding to questions on her…
Accra, Ghana — February 12, 2026- “We are not taught how to cope when our parents or loved ones die. We are not taught coping mechanisms for grief,” Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie said, encouraging the family of the late music icon Bob Pinodo to hold firmly to their faith and remain resilient in the face…
Accra-February 12,2026- The family of the late Yaw Sarpong, led by the President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Mr. Bessa Simons, has paid a formal visit to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts to officially inform the sector Minister, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, of the gospel musician’s passing and announce his…
The Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) has led a strong Ghanaian delegation to the 4th edition of the Z-Summit in Zanzibar, positioning Ghana as a key partner in advancing multi-destination tourism across Africa. The Z-Summit 2026, which officially opened on 11th February in Zanzibar, has attracted more than 300 international buyers from over 20…
Accra, Ghana – February 11, 2026 – The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, in collaboration with the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) and the Cocoa Processing Company (CPC), has officially launched the 2026 National Chocolate Month at the Nationalism Park in Accra, calling on Ghanaians to increase the consumption…
On February 11th, 2026, the Surajkund International Crafts Mela entered its twelfth day with unmatched energy as the festival approached its grand finale. Attendance soared, and the grounds buzzed with cultural exchange, creativity, and celebration. Uttar Pradesh & Meghalaya continued to captivate visitors with live craft demonstrations, folk performances, and culinary delights. The Ghana Dance…
Accra, Ghana – February 10, 2026 – The Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, has appointed renowned cultural advocate and entrepreneur Ms. Hamamat Montia as Cultural Ambassador for Ghana’s Shea Butter, reaffirming its commitment to positioning culture as a central driver of national development. Speaking at a special recognition…
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has described Ghana’s latest Guinness World Record achievement as a significant milestone for the nation’s creative arts sector and a strong testament to the innovation, resilience and global competitiveness of Ghanaian artists. Receiving the official Guinness World Record certificate from bead artist Juliana Gharbin,…