The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) held its annual National Tourism Awards at the Osu Castle Gardens on October 25, 2024, under the theme "Celebrating Innovation and Recognizing Excellence in Ghana's Tourism Sector."

The event was attended by dignitaries, including the Minister of Tourism, Arts & Culture, Hon. Egypa Mercer, and Deputy Hon. Mark Okraku Mantey.

Also present were the GTA Board Chairman and members, along with GTA CEO Mr. Akwasi Agyeman and Deputy CEOs Mr. Ekow Sampson (Operations), Hon. Seth Adjei Baah (Board Chairman), and Mr. Ben Anane Nsiah (General Services).

Leaders from diplomatic circles, industry professionals, and agency heads under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture were also in attendance.

Former Minister for Tourism, Hon. Florence Oboshie Sai Cofie, now Senior Media Advisor to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, served as Chairperson for the occasion and received a special award.

The awards featured 26 categories, including 5-Star Hotel of the Year, Night Club of the Year, and Local Chop Bar of the Year, among others.

See the full list of winners below:

ACCOMMODATION

5 Star Hotel: Labadi Beach Hotel - Greater Accra

4 Star Hotel: The Royal Senchi Hotel - Eastern Region

3 Star Hotel: Golden Bean Hotel

2 Star Hotel: Sogakope Beach Resort - Volta Region

1 Star Hotel: GRNMA Hotel - Central Region

Guest House: Brynx Haven - Central Region

Hostel: DE-BLAYS - TEMA

Service Apartment: Veronique Heights - Ashanti Region

Traditional Catering: God is Love - Western Region

Fast Food Establishment: ShopRite Ghana - Western Region

Drinking Bar: King David Spot - Northern Region

Night Club/Pub: Exhale Lounge - GT Accra

Offshore/ Airline: Servair Ghana Company Ltd

Site Guide of the Year: Justice Brobbey - Ashanti Region

TRAVEL TRADE

Tour Operator: Ashanti African Tours - Central Region

Travel Agency: Satguru Travel and Tours - Greater Accra

Car Rental: Nii Plants Car Rentals - Greater Accra

Tour Guide: Mr. Fuseni Nawaru - Eastern Region

FOOD AND BEVERAGE & ENTERTAINMENT

Restaurant Grade 1: Moka's Restaurant - Greater Accra

Restaurant Grade 2: The Buka Restaurant - Greater Accra

Restaurant Grade 3: Conemm Catering Services - Upper East Region

VISITOR ATTRACTION

Winner: Bisa Aberwa Museum - Western Region

DIGITAL TOURISM ICON

Winner: SDK Dele - Greater Accra

TOURISM ORIENTED MEDIA

Winner: CITI FM/CHANNEL ONE TV

SUSTAINABILITY AWARD

Winner: Eusbett Hotel - Bono

HONORARY AWARDS

Award: Long-standing Commitment to Quality Events Service

Recipient: Madam Afi Amoro, CEO, Jandel LTD.

Award: Woman of Excellence in Public Service

Recipient: Mrs. Bridget Katsriku, Former Chief Director, Ministry of Tourism.

Award: Outstanding Leadership in Tourism Development

Recipient: Nana Effah Guakro IV, Chief of Kyeremankoma, Kintampo, and Kronkor Hene of Nkoranza.

Award: Outstanding Contributions to Diaspora Engagement

Recipient: Rabbi Kohain Nathanyah Helevi, Executive Director, PANAFEST Secretariat.

Award: Outstanding Contributions to Promoting Tourism through Events

Recipient: Mrs. Theresa Ayoade, CEO, Charter House.

Award: Traditional Leadership and Cultural Preservation

Recipient: Masaaba Sariki Fayinama III, Ag. President, National Council of Zongo Chiefs & President, National Council of Wangara Chiefs.

Award: Outstanding Events Visionary

Recipient: Kennedy Agyapong Jnr., Afrofuture.

Award: Long-standing Commitment to Promoting Tourism through Advertising

Recipient: Mrs. Norkor Dua, CEO, Mullen Lowe Ghana.

Musician Kwabena Kwabena delivered a thrilling performance, featuring hits like "Adult Music," "Meye," and "Ddea Annoma." A live band from the Ghana Immigration Service also entertained attendees with amazing Ghanaian songs.







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