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Nationalism Park reopens as Ghana strengthens tourism as pillar of national development
The Nationalism Park in Accra has been reopened as part of efforts to reposition tourism as a key pillar of national development, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority in charge of General Services, Mr Ben Anane Nsiah, has stated.
He said the park was more than a physical space, describing it as a living symbol of Ghana’s identity, resilience and shared memory.
Reopening it, he explained, sends a clear message that Ghana’s heritage and history matter and that nation building remains a conscious responsibility.
Speaking at the reopening ceremony in Accra on Thursday, Mr Anane Nsiah said tourism is no longer a sub sector but a strategic economic pillar that drives jobs, attracts investment, strengthens cultural diplomacy, and projects Ghana’s image to the world.
He noted that heritage spaces such as the Nationalism Park are where history meets opportunity and where culture becomes a catalyst for national development.
He attributed the progress to the leadership of the Honorable Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts and the focused execution by the Ghana Tourism Authority, saying the reopening aligns with the Ministry’s mission to preserve heritage, activate national assets, and ensure tourism contributes meaningfully to inclusive growth and national pride.
Acknowledging stakeholders, Mr Anane Nsiah praised traditional authorities, creative industry practitioners, security agencies, private sector partners, and community leaders, saying their collaboration was key to achieving this milestone.
He further highlighted the role of GTA staff, quoting the CEO: “You are the backbone of the institution. This year demanded resilience, adaptability, and performance under pressure, yet you rose to the occasion with professionalism and commitment, often without visibility or applause.”
He said the progress recorded across destinations, events, partnerships, and international positioning was the result of staff hard work, clarity of purpose, and teamwork.
The Deputy CEO added that the event was not just a celebration but also a time for reflection and recommitment.
He urged the Authority to continue protecting and activating Ghana’s heritage assets, maintain collaboration with stakeholders, strengthen destination competitiveness, and position Ghana confidently on the global tourism stage in 2026.
“We are not here to mitigate mediocrity or preserve the status quo,” he said. “We are here to build boldly, lead decisively, and deliver results.”
On behalf of the management of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Mr Anane Nsiah thanked all stakeholders for their continued support and partnership and wished them and their families a peaceful end of the year.
BY STEPHANIE BIRIKORANG
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Oxfam in Ghana donates medical equipment and essential drugs worth GH¢1.5 million to Kasoa Polyclinic
Oxfam in Ghana has donated medical equipment and essential drugs worth about GH¢1.5 million to the Kasoa Polyclinic to strengthen maternal and reproductive healthcare services in the municipality.
The presentation, which took place on Tuesday, June 24, 2026, at the premises of the clinic in Kasoa, formed part of the sustainability and legacy activities under the Power to Choose (P2C) Project.
The donated items included delivery beds, maternity beds, oxygen cylinders, neonatal resuscitation equipment, blood pressure monitors, newborn weighing scales, suction machines, delivery kits, essential medicines, medical theatre wear and other critical supplies to support quality healthcare delivery.
The Power to Choose Project is a seven-year initiative being implemented by Oxfam in Ghana in partnership with the Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), WiLDAF Ghana, SEND Ghana, Norsaac and PARDA, with funding from Global Affairs Canada through Oxfam Quebec.
The project seeks to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights for young people, particularly adolescent girls, young women and young men living in vulnerable and marginalised conditions.
Addressing nurses and management of the hospital, the Country Director for Oxfam in Ghana, Mohammed-Anwar Sadat Adam, said the project, which began in 2021 and will run until early 2028, is being implemented in seven countries across Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
He said Ghana and the Democratic Republic of Congo are the two African countries benefiting from the project.
Mr. Adam noted that the project has already trained about 102 health workers in areas including youth-friendly services, emergency obstetric and neonatal care, family planning, gender-based violence response, respectful maternity care and inclusive healthcare delivery.
He said Oxfam and its partners conducted assessments at beneficiary facilities and identified equipment needs to help improve healthcare delivery.
According to him, the donation would create safe spaces where young women and girls could seek healthcare services without fear or stigma and would improve health outcomes in the community.
Mr. Adam thanked the Government of Canada, the Ghana Health Service, the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Ghana (SOGOG), World Health Ghana and other partners for supporting the implementation of the project.
He urged the beneficiary facilities to ensure that the equipment is properly used and maintained to serve the community for many years.
A speech by the Municipal Health Director for Awutu Senya East, Dr. Stanley Kweku Yaidoo, which was read on his behalf by the Municipal Accountant, Rev. Dr. Askari Thomas, described the donation as timely and important.
He said quality healthcare delivery depends on manpower, financial resources and equipment, adding that healthcare workers cannot effectively deliver services without the necessary tools.
Dr. Yaidoo thanked Oxfam and its partners for selecting Kasoa as one of the beneficiary facilities and assured them that the equipment would be put to good use.
The Acting Medical Superintendent of Kasoa Polyclinic, Dr. Papa Kojo Arthur, expressed appreciation to Oxfam for its continuous support over the years through training and capacity building.
He said the equipment would greatly support the effective management of patients, particularly in maternal and child healthcare.
According to him, the donation would help reduce maternal and perinatal mortality in the municipality.
The donation formed part of efforts to strengthen the capacity of youth-friendly health facilities in eight implementing districts across five regions of Ghana to continue providing quality and accessible sexual and reproductive healthcare services beyond the lifespan of the project.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts (MoTCCA) has announced that an electronic copy of Ghana’s revised National Cultural Policy is now available online for free access by the public and stakeholders in the creative sector.
In a statement issued on June 22, the ministry said the revised policy was officially launched on June 9, 2026, at the National Theatre of Ghana in Accra.
According to the ministry, the decision to upload the document on its official website is aimed at ensuring widespread dissemination, increasing public awareness and promoting the effective implementation of the policy.
The ministry encouraged sector practitioners, stakeholders and members of the public to visit its website and read the document.
“The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, in the spirit of the Black Star Experience, remains committed to a transparent, inclusive and collaborative approach to building the better Ghana we want,” the statement said.
It added that it looks forward to the active participation of stakeholders in implementing the policy for the benefit of the country.
The ministry urged the public to take advantage of the free access to the policy document and familiarise themselves with its contents.
By: Jacob Aggrey
