The Ghana Tourism Authority was established by Tourism Act 2011 (Act 817) as the main governmental agency with responsibility for promotion of sustainable development of the tourism industry both locally and internationally. As the implementing agency of tourism policies, the GTA promotes and markets tourism both in Ghana and abroad including publication of tourism publicity and promotional material, participation in fairs and exhibitions and organization of special events, carry out research and studies on trend in the tourism industry both home and abroad to aid decision and policy making, facilitates the development of tourist facilities and products, regulates tourism enterprises namely accommodation, food and beverage, travel and tour, charter flight operations etc., through registration and inspection, classification and licensing. This newsletter is designed to educate and inform the public and agencies of the Ghana Tourism Authority and commit to service excellence
