The Metropolitan Chief Executive (MCE) for Cape Coast, George Justice Arthur, has unveiled an ambitious vision to transform the historic city into a leading destination for tourism and investment.
He announced this during a Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly forum and fundraising event held at the Lancaster Hotel in support of the Cape Coast Eight-Year Development Plan (2026–2033).
Mr. Arthur reaffirmed his commitment to driving sustainable growth and repositioning Cape Coast as a vibrant economic and cultural hub.
Highlighting the city’s rich historical heritage and strategic significance, he noted its strong potential to attract both local and international visitors.
The development plan will focus on improving infrastructure, preserving and promoting key heritage sites, and creating an enabling environment for private sector investment.
These initiatives are expected to boost tourism, generate employment, and enhance the overall socio-economic development of the metropolis.
“Cape Coast remains one of Ghana’s most important tourism centres, and we must take deliberate steps to maximize its potential,” he stated.
The MCE assured residents that his administration would prioritize transparency and accountability in the use of funds, ensuring development financing produces tangible and meaningful outcomes for the people.
The event featured contributions from distinguished personalities who underscored the importance of the initiative.
Special guest Charlotte Osei, a Ghanaian lawyer and former Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, emphasized the need for a renewed sense of ownership among residents.
She described Cape Coast as the “mother city of modern Ghana” and the “city of firsts,” urging stakeholders to work collectively towards a more prosperous future.
The Member of Parliament for Cape Coast North, Hon. Dr. Kwamena Minta Nyarko, highlighted the city’s strong educational foundation.
He noted that Cape Coast hosts some of Ghana’s most prestigious secondary schools and leading tertiary institutions, particularly the University of Cape Coast, which can drive innovation, research, and human capital development essential to the city’s transformation agenda.
Veteran lawyer Nana Ato Dadzie also called on city authorities to strategically harness Cape Coast’s human capital.
He stressed the importance of leveraging the talents and potential of students and graduates from the city’s renowned institutions to support development efforts, noting that investing in youth is critical for sustaining long-term growth and ensuring the success of the development plan.
The Cape Coast Eight-Year Development Plan is designed as a comprehensive roadmap to guide the city’s transformation, positioning it as a premier cultural, educational, and tourism destination in Ghana and the broader West African sub-region.
Source: myxyzonline.com
