Accra, Monday, February 3, 2025

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) today welcomed Mrs. Maame Efua Houadjeto as the New Chief Executive Officer of the organisation.

Mrs. Houadjeto succeeds Mr. Akwasi Agyeman who has served as CEO for the past 8 years. Mr. Agyeman who stepped down recently, was on hand to welcome her and introduce her to staff.

During the meeting, Mrs. Houadjeto expressed her deep gratitude for the warm reception, stating that she was honored to lead the GTA. She emphasized her commitment to promoting Ghana’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty, urging management and staff to work collaboratively as a team to drive the growth and development of the tourism industry in Ghana.

Notably, Mrs. Houadjeto is the second female CEO of the GTA since its establishment as the Ghana Tourist Board (GTB) in 1973, and the first female CEO since the the then Ghana Tourism Board (GTA) became an Authority under the Tourism Act, 2011 (Act 817).

The staff and management congratulated her and welcomed her to their fold.