{"id":108318,"date":"2025-12-24T14:01:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-24T14:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=108318"},"modified":"2025-12-24T14:01:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T14:01:00","slug":"government-to-reform-cultural-creative-sector-policies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=108318","title":{"rendered":"Government to reform cultural, creative sector policies\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa\u00a0Gomashie, has said the government is reviewing outdated laws and policies to strengthen Ghana\u2019s cultural and creative economy.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

She said the review included the National Cultural Policy and was aimed at unlocking the full potential of the creative sector.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Madam\u00a0Gomashie\u00a0made the remarks when she delivered the keynote address at the third sitting of the second session of the 25th Congregation Ceremony of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) in Accra.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The ceremony, held under the theme \u201cFrom heritage to creative futures: Reimagining development through creative education and enterprise,\u201d celebrated academic achievement and reflected on the role of culture,\u00a0creativity,\u00a0and innovation in national development.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Madam\u00a0Gomashie\u00a0said aligning policy and legal frameworks with global trends, while reflecting Ghana\u2019s local realities, was critical to building a vibrant,\u00a0inclusive,\u00a0and sustainable creative industry.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

She said the Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts sector contributed about US$4.8 billion\u00a0to Ghana\u2019s Gross Domestic Product in 2024 and attracted approximately 1.2 million visitors, describing tourism as a vital link between Ghana\u2019s cultural heritage and global experiences.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The minister said Ghana\u2019s authenticity, traditions, and shared African identity continued to attract visitors worldwide and stressed the need for greater appreciation of indigenous knowledge and cultural practices, particularly among the youth, as a basis for economic growth and creative enterprise.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

She urged graduates and faculty to\u00a0partner\u00a0with the government through innovation,\u00a0research,\u00a0and enterprise development to help shape the future of the sector.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Chairman\u00a0of GIMPA\u2019s Governing Council Prof. Yaw Agyeman Badu congratulated the graduating class for their perseverance and discipline, describing graduation as a moment of continuity and renewal.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

He reaffirmed GIMPA\u2019s commitment to academic excellence,\u00a0innovation,\u00a0and national relevance, and highlighted the Institute\u2019s role in producing leaders for the public and private sectors.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Rector of GIMPA Prof. Samuel Kwaku Bonsu outlined key achievements over the past year, including strengthened collaboration with the government, expanded continental partnerships, and an increased focus on graduate education.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

He announced the approval of a new School of Creative Arts Leadership and Enterprise (G-SCALE), expected to\u00a0commence\u00a0operations in September 2026, to address skills gaps and leadership needs in the creative arts sector.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Prof. Bonsu said the Institute would also advance digital transformation, adopt artificial\u00a0intelligence,\u00a0and promote sustainable growth as it prepared to mark its 65th anniversary.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

As part of the ceremony, Madam\u00a0Gomashie\u00a0and the\u00a0Chairman\u00a0of the Governing Council presented awards to the overall best graduating student.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The minister was also presented with a portrait award in recognition of her contributions to the tourism, culture, and creative arts sector and her support for GIMPA\u2019s 25th Congregation.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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