Ghana Tourism Authority

“He Doesn’t Answer My Manager’s Calls” – Ayat Refutes Collaborations Claims By GTA Boss
20 Nov

“He Doesn’t Answer My Manager’s Calls” – Ayat Refutes Collaborations Claims By GTA Boss

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Ghanaian musician, Kirani Ayat, has discounted recent claims made by the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Akwasi Agyeman, regarding an agreement following their copyright infringement case in 2022. Kirani Ayat had accused the government of using portions of his music video in a tourism promotional video without his consent. The video which was posted on X by the President Nana Akufo-Addo, on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 on the occasion of World Tourism Day, featured scenes from the music video for Ayat’s single ‘Guda’. When he finally met with the GTA and got compensated, the authority also promised…
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Christmas Concerts: Ghana Is Ready To Host The Rest Of The World – Ghana Tourism Authority
26 Nov

Christmas Concerts: Ghana Is Ready To Host The Rest Of The World – Ghana Tourism Authority

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The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Akwesi Agyemang, has said that measures are being put in place to ensure that musical concerts and events that will be held during the festive season take place peacefully. According to him, his outfit is joining hands with event organizers, the Ghana Police Service and other relevant stakeholders to plan properly for the upcoming Christmas events. Speaking in an interview with TV3 and monitored by GhanaWeb, Akwesi Agyemang emphasized that Ghana is ready to host the rest of the world this festive season. He went ahead to detail how they…
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GTA Closes Hospitality Facilities In Ashanti Region Over Tourism Levy
23 May

GTA Closes Hospitality Facilities In Ashanti Region Over Tourism Levy

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Officials from the Ashanti Regional Office of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) have closed some hospitality facilities in the region over default in payment of tourism levy. Among the facilities closed during the two-day operation was the Crystal Rose Ambassador Hotel whose operational license was also withdrawn for an accumulated amount of GHC12,473.74 in tourism levy. Other facilities that suffered similar fate were Alice Tee Hotel, Diamond Hotel, Gisgo Catering Services, Summer Park, Pice Restaurant, Ashanti Paradise Hotel, Justice Hotel, Better Mum Guest House, and Kings Hotel. Some of the facilities who were exempted from the exercise after making some…
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Lonely Planet Names Ghana As Top Destination For Connecting In 2023
21 Nov

Lonely Planet Names Ghana As Top Destination For Connecting In 2023

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Renowned International Guidebook company, Lonely Planet, has named Ghana as one of the best places to visit and connect in 2023 in its 18th annual Best in Travel list The 2023 edition of the list follows a slightly different format than it has been in the past years. Drawing on expert local perspectives from the heart of each destination, the Best in Travel report features cities, countries and regions to aid travelers planning their next trip. The research is split up into five sections — Eat, Journey, Unwind, Connect and Learn — with each place chosen for its topicality, unique…
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We’ll Address Multiple Levy Payment Challenges -Tourism Authority
02 Mar

We’ll Address Multiple Levy Payment Challenges -Tourism Authority

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As part of efforts towards improving the operations of businesses within the tourism industry, the Ghana Tourism Authority says plans are underway to address the issue of multiple payments of levies. Some stakeholders have described the situation as a nuisance and are calling on the authority to streamline payment processes. The Ghana Tourism Authority says it is working to address these concerns. Acting Director of Public Affair, at the Authority, Nelson Jones, says he is hopeful that a solution will be found soon. “We have met them several times with regard to these levies. Currently, we’ve sent some letters to…
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Ghana Tourism Authority To Commence Enforcement Of COVID-19 Restrictions
08 Feb

Ghana Tourism Authority To Commence Enforcement Of COVID-19 Restrictions

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The Ghana Tourism Authority says it will commence enforcement of the new COVID-19 directive for the hospitality sector. President Akufo-Addo in his 23rd COVID-19 update to the nation announced a number of restrictions. Pubs, beaches, cinemas and night clubs are to remain closed while restaurants are encouraged to as much as possible provide take-away services rather than dine-ins, among others. Speaking to Citi Business News, Acting Director of Corporate Affairs at the Ghana Tourism Authority, Nelson Jones, stressed that culprits will be made to face the law. “Ongoing spot checks have already started, but the recalcitrant ones operate during the…
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