A CLOSER VIEW ON TOURISM IN GHANA
By Jubi Gloria On the international sphere, Ghana is well-acclaimed for its exciting eco-tourism and heritage sites. But one snag holding the sector back is the under-developed nature of tourism infrastructure in Ghana. But thererin lies an opportunity to give the Tourism sector a boost through the promotion of regional tourism sites and creative initiatives as well as investment in tourism infrastructure. In a chat with the Bono Regional Director of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Alhaji Hakeem Ishmeal, he ecouraged Ghanaians to inculcate the Eat Ghana, Wear Ghana and Feel Ghana slogan, in their daily lifestyles to contribute to making Ghana preffered tourism destination in Africa. BACKGROUND Tourism is currently one of the four largest sources of foreign exchange for Ghana. Locally, it is not only a key economic driver creating jobs and wealth but also a stimulating catalyst for other sectors particularly hospitality. The past few years has seen the tourism industry in Ghana thrivi