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10th anniversary of Kempinski Hotel launched
The Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra has launched its 10- year anniversary celebrations highlighting its impact on Ghana’s tourism and hospitality industry.
The event, attended by key dignitaries, industry stakeholders, and special guests, was an opportunity to reflect on the hotel’s achievements and its role in shaping the hospitality sector in Ghana.
The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Ms Abla Dzifa Gomashie, congratulated the hotel’s management and staff for their dedication and commitment to excellence.
Ms Gomashie noted that partnerships like this have contributed significantly to the tourism sector’s growth, citing a 25 per cent increase in international tourist arrivals in 2023, reaching approximately 1.15 million visitors and surpassing pre-pandemic levels.
The General Manager of Kempinski Gold Coast City Hotel, Mr Hanno Barkhoff, reflected on the hotel’s decade-long journey, stating that it had not only met but exceeded its vision of redefining the sector.
He emphasized that the hotel has become an integral part of the city, offering unmatched elegance and memorable experiences.
Mr Barkhoff acknowledged that the journey has not been without challenges, but the hotel has continued to adapt, innovate, and set new standards for luxury hospitality in Ghana.
He assured that Kempinski remains committed to investing in its team, fostering innovation, and maintaining its reputation as a leading hospitality brand.
The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Mr Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, commended Kempinski for its continued partnership with the association over the years.
As part of the 10-year celebrations, he said the hotel has planned several activities and initiatives focusing on key areas that connect the hotel to its people, guests, and the wider community.
“The celebrations will culminate in a grand gala in November to honour the hotel’s dedicated team and loyal clients,” he explained
By Agnes Opoku Sarpong
Parliament has confirmed that the Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong, has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In a statement signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Parliament said the incident had been brought to the attention of the House leadership.
According to the statement, the Speaker of Parliament and the leadership of the House are currently in contact with Ghana’s Mission in The Hague to gather detailed information about the matter.
Parliament, however, did not disclose the reasons behind the MP’s detention.
“The public will be duly informed appropriately on this matter,” the statement added.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has approved the immediate evacuation of 300 Ghanaians living in South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks in the country.
According to a statement, the affected Ghanaians had earlier complied with an advisory issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and registered with Ghana’s High Commission in Pretoria for evacuation.
The government said the evacuation exercise is aimed at ensuring the safety and welfare of the citizens affected by the attacks.
The statement described the Ghanaians as distressed persons who sought assistance after tensions and attacks against foreign nationals reportedly escalated in parts of South Africa.
Government assured citizens that it remains committed to protecting the welfare of Ghanaians both at home and abroad.
Authorities are expected to work with Ghana’s diplomatic mission in South Africa to facilitate the safe return of the evacuees to Ghana.
By: Jacob Aggrey
