National Theatre to undergo renovation with Chinese government support – Tourism Minister
The government is set to renovate and modernise the National Theatre of Ghana with support from the People’s Republic of China, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has announced. The Minister said the intervention forms part of efforts to restore the facility’s infrastructure, improve its functionality and technical systems, and transform […]
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Abla Dzifa Gomashie has unveiled plans to renovate and modernise Ghana's National Theatre with support from the People’s Republic of China. Speaking at a Government Accountability Series on Monday, August 10, 2026, Ms Gomashie highlighted that the intervention aims to restore the facility's infrastructure, enhance its technical systems, and convert it into a world-class theatre that can effectively showcase Ghanaian arts and culture.
The Minister revealed that the project symbolises the enduring cultural bond between Ghana and China. She disclosed that a high-level Chinese delegation visited the National Theatre in December 2025 to evaluate the necessary scope of works. The proposed renovation is expected to bring the theatre's infrastructure up to international standards, improving its functionality and technical capabilities.
Ms Gomashie assured that the Chinese government will continue to support Ghana in maintaining the restored facility. In addition, the National Theatre management has initiated a stringent maintenance program to preserve the theatre during the renovation period. The renovation is anticipated to bolster the theatre's capacity to host significant cultural and artistic events and serve as an improved platform for Ghanaian performers and artists.
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