Ghana’s President names new tourism minister

Published: 3:53 PM UTC, Wed February 14, 2024

In a latest cabinet reshuffle, Ghana’s President, Nana Akufo-Addo, has nominated Andrew Egyapa Mercer for the position of Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture.

He takes over from Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Awal who has been the sector’s Minister since 2021. Mercer who is the MP for Sekondi Constituency in the Western region and a Deputy Energy Minister will be expected to lead a sector which is still trying to bounce back from the effects of COVID-19.

His appointment is subject to parliamentary vetting and approval.

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