Ghana records surge in 2025 tourism receipts as Ahafo Region honors top industry players
Ghana’s tourism sector is showing strong growth momentum, recording over 4.34 billion dollars in tourism receipts from more than 1.3 million international tourists in 2025.
Ghana's tourism industry is experiencing significant growth, with receipts surpassing 4.34 billion dollars from over 1.3 million international visitors in 2025. Domestic tourism also saw a boost, with more than 1.79 million visits to 55 tourist sites across the country. At the 2nd Ahafo Regional Tourism Awards, held in Goaso, Director of Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation at the Ghana Tourism Authority Johny Arthur Quarm urged industry practitioners to embrace technology, invest in capacity building, maintain high standards, and prioritize safety and customer care.
He also emphasized the importance of protecting Ghana's unique culture, heritage, and natural environment while ensuring local communities benefit from tourism growth. Ahafo Regional Coordinating Council Chief Director Joseph Frimpong Naayo echoed these sentiments, stressing the need for environmental and cultural preservation. Ahafo Regional Director Alfred Asumadu highlighted the limited number of accredited travel agencies in the region, urging residents to be cautious of unlicensed operators and to always verify a valid Ghana Tourism Authority license before engaging their services.
The annual awards, chaired by Nana Afia Serwaa I, recognized excellence, promoted healthy competition among practitioners, and aimed to strengthen collaboration within the industry, ultimately enhancing Ghana's destination image.
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