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Senator the Honourable Randall Seth Mitchell is the Minister of Tourism, Culture and the Arts. He was born and raised in San Fernando and first entered the Parliament in 2015 as the elected representative for San Fernando East.

He was made a member of the Cabinet and has served as Minister of Public Administration, Minister of Housing and Urban Development, and Minister of Tourism before the merger of the Culture and Arts portfolio with Tourism in 2020.

Minister Mitchell is an attorney-at-law by profession and holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of London and a Master of Laws from the University of Northumbria. He also possesses an International Master of Business Administration from Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business at the University of the West Indies, St Augustine.

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"I ... INVITE YOU … AND THE REST OF THE WORLD, TO THE CENTRE OF THE WORLD"

A COUNTRY WITH NUMEROUS TOURISM, ARTS, AND CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES

THERE ARE TRADITIONAL HERITAGE SITES INCLUDING MUSEUMS AND MONUMENTS 

AN ANNUAL PARAGLIDING FESTIVAL IS HELD DURING EASTER (USU. IN APRIL)

GHANA HAS OUTSTANDING CULTURAL TRADITIONS INCLUDING FESTIVALS

The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, welcomes you to its website, which is intended to inform you about the rich cultural and diverse heritage which are depicted in forts and castles, festivals, and arts and craft; evergreen forests and wonders of nature like mountains, lakes and waterfalls which abound in Ghana. In addition, you would have the opportunity of being introduced to a myriad of programmes and activities that the sector is engaged in. Through such programmes, you will get first-hand information about the rich and entertaining music, cultural dances and unique languages which surely will spice up your life.

The Ministry exists to create a conducive environment for sustainable growth and development of the sector to enable it to contribute enormously to GDP through effective and efficient use of appropriate policies, plans, programs and projects.

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With the able leadership of the Minister, Deputy and Chief Director, the directorates work to ensure proper coordination of policy, resource allocation, and budgeting; research and information management; stable management framework for the overall manpower needs of the sector; proper financial management; judicious use of resources; good communication and client service.

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The Ministry together with its agencies and related organizations organizes events in the area of arts, tourism, and culture. Notable events include  The Year of Return, Beyond the Return, World Tourism Day, Festivals, and Paragliding among others.

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MINISTRY OF TOURISM, ARTS AND CULTURE HOSTS RAMADAN’S IFTAR EVENING FOR FOREIGN DIPLOMATS

KUALA LUMPUR, 31 March 2024 – The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) played host to a special Ramadan’s Iftar evening for foreign diplomats at the Sunway Resort Hotel today. Tourism Minister, YB Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, extended a warm welcome to all Ambassadors and High Commissioners representing various countries to this auspicious event.

Among attendees included YB Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan, Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture; Dato' Roslan Tan Sri Abdul Rahman, Secretary-General of MOTAC; Mr Manoharan Periasamy, Director-General of Tourism Malaysia and representatives from local media.

YB Dato Sri Tiong remarked: “During this blessed month of Ramadan, I am deeply grateful to gather with esteemed foreign diplomats to foster cultural exchange and strengthen diplomatic ties. Through this event, we aim to foster closer collaboration in promoting Malaysia’s vibrant tourism offerings, particularly as we prepare for Visit Malaysia Year 2026.”

“The evening also showcased the richness of Malaysian culture, featuring a delectable spread of the local cuisine, enchanting performances of traditional gamelan music, and an exquisite exhibition of handcrafted songket, batik, and wood carvings by Kraftangan Malaysia.”

In 2023, Malaysia welcomed 20.14 million international tourists, generating RM71.3 billion in tourism receipts. This year, the country aims to attract 27.3 million tourists and generate RM102.7 billion in tourism receipts. Looking ahead to VMY 2026, Malaysia anticipates a significant increase, with projections of 35.6 million tourist arrivals and RM147.1 billion in tourism receipts.

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Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, also known as Tourism Malaysia, is an agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia. It focuses on the specific task of promoting Malaysia as a preferred tourism destination. Since its inception, it has emerged as a major player in the international tourism scene.

The next Visit Malaysia Year, set to take place in 2026, will commemorate the sustainability of the nation's tourism industry, which is also in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).

Furthermore, Tourism Malaysia actively endorses the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT), working towards the realisation of the IMT-GT Visiting Year 2023-2025, with the shared aim of promoting the region as a unified tourism destination. For more information, visit Tourism Malaysia’s social media accounts on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , YouTube , and TikTok .

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Promoting Cultural Tourism will Drive Economic Growth, Says Tourism Minister

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The Minister of Tourism, Lola Ade-John, has declared that promoting cultural tourism will help to drive economic growth. 

She disclosed this at the opening of the King Kosoko Memorial Museum in Lagos Island Thursday. 

The event, which was an assemblage of cultural enthusiasts and custodians of history, is a significant move by the royal family of King Kosoko to shape the cultural narrative in Lagos.

The minister described the unveiling of the King Kosoko Memorial Museum as a reminder of the rich history that defines Nigeria, particularly Lagos State. 

She said: “The King Kosoko Memorial Museum preserves and showcases our forebears’ legacies, echoing stories of resilience, creativity and cultural diversity that shape our identity.

“Museums, beyond artifacts, serve as beacons of enlightenment, fostering understanding and appreciation of our past while guiding our future steps. In a world of globalisation and technological advancement, institutions like this museum project authenticity, reminding us of our country’s beauty and complexity.”

She further reiterated the commitment of the Federal Ministry of Tourism to recognising and harnessing cultural institutions’ immense potential in advancing our national tourism agenda. 

According to her, “Collaborating with the museum presents opportunities to promote cultural tourism, drive economic growth and foster social cohesion.”

In addition to promoting cultural tourism, the museum project is expected to open doors to capacity building  through training programmes.

Also, there will be room for cultural exchange programmes that will serve as platforms for dialogue and mutual enrichment.

“Through alliance with the Federal Ministry of Tourism, the King Kosoko Memorial Museum can realise its potential as a driver of sustainable tourism development,” she said.

While reflecting on the initiative, Prince Abiola Oloja-Kosoko, Oloja of Lagos and the Chief curator of the museum, revealed the next steps for the museum management.

He said: “The  next thing is to begin the upgrading which is going to be sectional to enable researchers to make their findings. We have a need for finance but we will see what we can do and what can come out of this.

“Right now, we are having private consultants and we will still keep their names private. We spent 17 months assembling the museum. We want to do our little so that the government can support us.

“Kosoko died on April 15 and every year, we have this gathering to remember him. This year, we will celebrate what we call the Alliance. That is the collaboration between the Fulanis and Kosoko. We will also celebrate the return of Kosoko to Lagos.”

He said the Kosoko dynasty hopes to be a model and not compete with others in the state.

The museum boasts of relics from the trans-Atlantic slave trade era till the colonial history of Lagos. 

Created with the need to contribute to the knowledge economy, the museum is said to be part of the Renewed Hope Agenda. 

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• How to apply for grant funding / sponsorship? Persons interested in sourcing financial assistance from the Ministry of the Community Development, Culture and the Arts will need to fill out a grants application form. These forms can be downloaded from the Ministry’s main webpage, www.cdca.gov.tt  .  Physical forms can also be collected at various offices of the Ministry.For more information please contactThe Grants Secretariat: (868) 625-6088/(868) 624-7360 Ext. 5225 to 5229. Level 18 Nicholas Towers 63-65 Independence Square Port of Spain Trinidad and TobagoIt is also recommended that persons interested in sourcing funding should apply to become registered with the National Registry of Artists and Cultural Workers as this initiative facilitates the access of various benefits to artists and cultural workers. The National Registry registers individuals and organisations; and certifies the cultural work of individuals and organisations.
• How to get technical support for an event / project? Persons interested in sourcing technical support for an event/ project should submit a written request to the Director of Culture head of the Culture Division in the Ministry of Community Development, Culture and the Arts. Correspondence should clearly outline the type of project or event, where it will be staged, the demographic of the audience and size; and should also include any additional information relevant to the execution of the event/ project. All correspondence should be addressed to the following:

Director of Culture Culture Division Ministry of Community Development, Culture and the Arts 51-55 Frederick Street Port of Spain Trinidad and Tobago

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Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry hosts break-fast for foreign diplomats

Sunday, 31 Mar 2024

PETALING JAYA: As Ramadan enters its fourth week, Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing is hosting a special breaking-of-fast event for foreign diplomats.

Tiong also invited Ambassadors and High Commissioners representing various countries to the event at Sunway Resort on Sunday (March 31).

“Through this event, we aim to foster closer collaboration in promoting Malaysia’s vibrant tourism offerings, particularly as we prepare for Visit Malaysia Year 2026.”

“The evening also showcased the richness of Malaysian culture, featuring a delectable spread of the local cuisine, enchanting performances of traditional gamelan music, and an exquisite exhibition of handcrafted songket, batik, and wood carvings by Kraftangan Malaysia,” said Tiong.

Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan, the ministry secretary-general Datuk Roslan Tan Sri Abdul Rahman, Tourism Malaysia director-general Manoharan Periasamy, and representatives from local media were among the attendees.

Last year, Malaysia welcomed 20.14 million international tourists, generating RM71.3bil in tourism receipts.

This year, Malaysia aims to attract 27.3 million tourists and generate RM102.7bil in tourism receipts.

The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry is expecting 35.6 million tourist arrivals and RM147.1bil in tourism receipts during Visit Malaysia 2026.

Tags / Keywords: Breaking of Fast , Tourism Arts and Culture Ministry , Tiong King Sing , Foreign Diplomats , Ambassadors , High Commissioners

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Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road: LASG Seeks Stakeholders' Cooperation

The Lagos State Government has urged stakeholders in Iru Land to give their utmost cooperation ahead of the construction work on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road.

This is stated in a statement issued on Thursday by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture.

The statement quoted Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture in the state, to have made the plea during a stakeholders' engagement session held at the Palace of the Oniru of Iru Land, Oba Omogbolahan Lawal, on Wednesday, in Lagos.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced during his recent tour of federal projects in the Lagos zone that a contract for the project has been awarded to Hitech Construction Company.

Benson-Awoyinka said that the meeting was organised for all those who would be affected by the construction work to deliberate on strategies for cooperation with the government throughout the project.

She said it was also an avenue to discuss its potential impact on the community and local businesses.

The commissioner emphasised the significance of collaborative efforts in ensuring minimal disruption to the community's daily activities while maximising the project's benefits.

Benson-Awoyinka addressed concerns raised as she gave assurance on proactive measures that would be taken by both the federal and the state government to mitigate the challenges.

She assured the people that the state government would not leave them to bear the burden alone.

She also promised that all their concerns about the road project would be presented to the governor, who will also communicate the same to the federal government through appropriate quarters.

The commissioner as well as members of the community expressed concern over the preservation of the tourism assets of the state along the coastal area, saying that the waterways constitute a larger part of Lagos tourism.

During the engagement session, concerns were raised regarding potential disruptions to local businesses, transportation routes, and job losses by thousands of youths whose source of livelihood is dependent on the beaches.

On his part, Oba Lawal expressed gratitude for the engagement and reiterated the importance of maintaining open communication channels between the government and the community.