As part of the ongoing 2024 Emancipation Day Celebration, the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) took a significant step in strengthening its partnership with the Oguaa Traditional Area by paying a courtesy call on the Omanhene, Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II, the Paramount Chief of Cape Coast. This important meeting took place on Tuesday, July 30th, 2024, at his palace in Cape Coast.
The courtesy call was a gesture of respect and appreciation for Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II’s unwavering support and collaboration in promoting tourism and preserving cultural heritage in the Central Region. The GTA delegation was warmly received by the Omanhene, highlighting the deep-rooted connection between the traditional leadership and the authority responsible for advancing Ghana’s tourism agenda.
During the meeting, Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II emphasized the importance of preserving Ghanaian culture, particularly through education. He called on the GTA to integrate more educational programs into the Emancipation Day activities, ensuring that the youth are educated about Ghanaian heritage and culture. His appeal reflects a broader vision of empowering the next generation with the knowledge of their rich cultural history, which is crucial for maintaining the country’s identity.
As part of the Emancipation Day activities, a significant event will take place this evening, July 31st, with the Reverential Night in Cape Coast. This solemn event will bring together people from all walks of life, including traditional leaders, Ghanaians, and members of the African diaspora, for a candlelight vigil. The vigil will proceed through the streets of Cape Coast, ending at the historic Cape Coast Castle (dungeons).
The gathering at Cape Coast Castle will be a powerful moment of reflection and remembrance. Traditional leaders will meet with the diaspora and other attendees to pour libations, offer prayers, and honor the memory of those who lost their lives and those who, through their resilience, survived the atrocities of the transatlantic slave trade.
The collaboration between the GTA and the Oguaa Traditional Area highlights the importance of unity in celebrating and preserving Ghana’s cultural heritage. These types of partnerships and events, help support Ghana’s long-standing vision of Pan-Africanism. The country continues to honor its past while educating future generations, ensuring that the legacy of those who endured the horrors of slavery is never forgotten, so that it never happens again.
