The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) held a maiden meeting to welcome its newly appointed CEO, Mrs. Maame Efua Houadjeto, on Monday, February 3, 2025, at its Head Office.

Mrs. Houadjeto succeeds Mr. Akwasi Agyeman who was present to welcome her.

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 GTB became an Authority under the Tourism Act, 2011 (Act 817).

The staff and management congratulated and interacted with her.