Tourism Minister praises preservation of Kintampo Waterfalls
Tourism, Creative Arts and Culture Minister Dzifa Abla Gomashie has pledged to protect the Kintampo Waterfalls from encroachment, describing the popular attraction as a national asset that must be preserved for future generations.
The Minister delivered the warning during a visit to the Bono East Region, where she toured the renowned tourist site as part of a broader assessment of tourism and cultural destinations across the country.
Impressed by the condition of the waterfalls and the surrounding environment, Ms Gomashie commended traditional authorities, local officials and residents for maintaining the area and safeguarding one of Ghana’s best-known natural attractions.
She noted that preserving tourism sites such as Kintampo Waterfalls is essential to strengthening the sector and enhancing the country’s appeal to both domestic and international visitors.
However, the Minister cautioned individuals and developers against encroaching on lands within the protected enclave, stressing that the government would not tolerate activities that threaten the integrity of the site.
According to her, tourism assets play a vital role in national development and must be protected from destruction caused by unauthorised developments and environmental degradation.
Ms Gomashie also encouraged Ghanaians, members of the diaspora and potential investors to explore opportunities within the tourism sector, highlighting the growing potential of the Bono East Region as a destination for eco-tourism.
Located near Kintampo, the waterfalls remain one of Ghana’s most visited tourist attractions, drawing visitors with its cascading waters, forest scenery and canopy walkway. The area is also situated close to other attractions, including the Boabeng Fiema Monkey Sanctuary and Digya National Park.
The Minister’s visit forms part of efforts by the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Arts and Culture to evaluate tourism facilities across the country and identify areas for investment and sustainable development.
She expressed optimism that continued protection and promotion of sites such as Kintampo Waterfalls would contribute to local economic growth, create jobs and strengthen Ghana’s tourism industry.
Source: myjoyonline.com
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