Tourism Society of Ghana to launch Youth in Tourism Festival 2026
The Tourism Society of Ghana (TOSOGHA), in partnership with the University of Ghana, is set to launch the 2026 Youth in Tourism Festival (YOTOFEST), an initiative aimed at empowering young people and promoting domestic tourism.
The Tourism Society of Ghana, in collaboration with the University of Ghana, plans to unveil the 2026 Youth in Tourism Festival, an endeavor aimed at empowering young individuals and boosting domestic tourism. The public unveiling is slated for Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the University of Ghana, Legon. The festival, which spans three days, will be held under the slogan, “My Culture, My Pride: The Role of the Youth in Promoting Domestic Tourism.”
This theme underscores the significance of youth in safeguarding Ghana’s cultural heritage, endorsing local tourism experiences, and devising innovative solutions to bolster the tourism sector. Joseph Amartey, Executive Director of TOSOGHA and Youth Tourism Ambassador, expressed that the festival will offer young people chances to hone skills, forge networks, and investigate careers and businesses within the tourism and hospitality industry.
He emphasized that YOTOFEST is a tribute to Ghana’s culture, creativity, and the youth's potential. The 2026 edition is anticipated to draw over 3,000 attendees, comprising students, tourism and hospitality professionals, government officials, traditional leaders, corporate entities, exhibitors, and members of the public. The festival will encompass a Youth in Tourism Summit, leadership discussions, tourism innovation and artificial intelligence sessions, a career development forum, a tourism and hospitality exhibition, a youth business fair, a business pitch competition, a talent hunt, and a cultural and creative arts showcase.
The final day will center on cultural and community activities, such as a youth walk for domestic tourism, an entertainment night, cultural performances, and an awards ceremony honoring contributions to youth development, tourism promotion, cultural preservation, and innovation. TOSOGHA is also extending an invitation to corporate entities, development partners, and tourism stakeholders to contribute to the festival, aiming to foster youth entrepreneurship, cultural preservation, and sustainable tourism development in Ghana.
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