GTA unveils Public-Private Partnership Department and Appoints New Director of Corporate Affairs
On May 12, 2025, the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) hosted a landmark event marking a significant step in its strategic reform agenda. The event, led by GTA CEO, Maame Efua Huadjeto and her deputies—Mr. Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey, Mr. Ekow Sampson, and Mr. Ben Anane-Nsiah—gathered key tourism stakeholders, including representatives from the Ghana Tourism Federation (GHATOF), the Ghana Hotels Association, and the media.
The dual-purpose event featured the official inauguration of the Authority’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Department and the formal introduction of Mr. Bright Asempa Tsadidey as GTA’s new Director of Corporate Affairs. In his remarks, Mr. Tsadidey expressed gratitude for the opportunity and pledged to enhance the Authority’s communications and stakeholder engagement to elevate Ghana’s tourism profile both locally and internationally.
The CEO , Mrs. Maame Efua Huadjeto described the PPP Department—established under Section 42 of the Tourism Act 2011—as a transformational initiative designed to deepen collaboration between government and private sector players. She emphasized the department’s focus on sustainable tourism, green energy, ethical practices, and community development, aligning with the Authority’s broader mission to co-develop innovative tourism solutions.
The initiative also supports the Black Star Experience, a flagship programme aimed at positioning Ghana as Africa’s cultural and creative hub through year-round festivals, arts, music, cuisine, and heritage showcases.
The PPP Department, to be led by Mr. Jones Aruna Nelson, will serve as a platform for streamlining stakeholder engagement, fostering infrastructure partnerships, and improving policy coordination. Mr. Aruna outlined a vision for inclusive and results-driven collaboration to unlock investment and drive sector growth.
Deputy CEOs Mr. Aggrey, Mr Ekow Sampson, Mr. Anane-Nsiah both reiterated the importance of this structural transformation. Mr. Aggrey highlighted the PPP model as central to enhancing policy, stakeholder relations, and innovation. Mr. Anane-Nsiah stressed the need for professionalism, accountability, and service excellence across the hospitality value chain to boost Ghana’s global tourism competitiveness.
The event concluded with a strong sense of momentum and collective purpose, as GTA reaffirmed its commitment to transformational partnerships, job creation, and rebranding Ghana as the heart of West African tourism.
