Ghana
Sector
Construction & Materials
Tourism & Leisure
Ghana is looking for investors to develop tourist facilities and services in 18 wildlife protected areas. These include Mole and Kakum National parks, and selected sites in Tagbo (Volta region), Kintampo (Brong Ahafo Region) and Paga (Upper East).
Identified investment opportunities include:
Rest stops: Would be located on key excursion routes.
Hotels: Development of hotels in Accra and nine regional capitals.
Resorts: Lake resorts on Dodi island on the Volta system and the Bosumitwi. Marinas at Sogakope and Ada on the lower Volta system and Keta Lagoon.
Beach resorts: Would be developed at the Marine Drive, Prampram, Gomoa-Feteh, Winneba, Cape three points and Miamia.
Sector overview: Tourism is one of Ghana's fastest growing sectors. It is expected to grow at an average rate of 4.1% per annum over the next two decades driven
by the country’s unique historical, cultural and natural attractions, and the discovery of oil. Tourism indicators underscore the need for developing tourist accommodation and facilities to cater for increasing numbers of visitors.
Reasons to invest in Ghana's tourism sector
• Good road systems
• Abundant human capital
• Strategic geographical location with convenient flights to many worldwide destinations.
• Excellent telecommunications network
• Many tourist attractions, which include all year-round cultural festivals.
For further details contact the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC)
Key contact: Edward Ashong-Lartey, Director, Promotions & Public Relations
Email: eashonglartey@gipcghana.com
Tel: +233 302 665125 - 9
