The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has praised Ghanaian entrepreneurs in the diaspora and at home for their resilience and contribution to national development, assuring them of government support for their businesses.
She gave the commendation during Ahaspora’s “Aha Ye De Diaspora Festival and Made-in-Ghana Expo,” held at the CAL Bank Head Office at Ridge, Accra.
Addressing exhibitors at the event, the Minister said the government was proud of their efforts and stood firmly behind them.
“I came to let you know that we are proud of you and we have your back. I wish you the very best with your business. It is not easy starting a small business in our country,” she said.
Gomashie acknowledged the challenges facing small and medium-scale enterprises but noted that government interventions aimed at stabilising and diversifying the economy would ultimately benefit local businesses and entrepreneurs in the creative and cultural sectors.
She also expressed appreciation to organisers and stakeholders who have consistently supported Made-In-Ghana goods and services over the years, highlighting the importance of collaboration across institutions to promote Ghanaian culture, creativity and enterprise.
“On behalf of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, I want to thank my colleagues and all the team members for their consistency. I remember participating in similar activities years ago and I am happy we are still doing it,” she noted.
The minister further called on the media and the general public to play an active role in celebrating and supporting individuals and businesses that promote Ghana on the global stage.
“We must all play our part in celebrating those who are doing great things for our country. These are the people holding high the red, gold and green with the Black Star, and they deserve our support,” she said.
She encouraged exhibitors to continue promoting locally made products, stressing that supporting Ghanaian goods was an expression of love for the country and its citizens.
The event brought together local and diaspora entrepreneurs, creatives and business owners, and featured live DJ performances, cultural music and dance, exhibitions of Made-in-Ghana products, and games for children, creating a vibrant atmosphere that celebrated Ghanaian heritage and enterprise.
