President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to develop Osu Castle, the former seat of government, into a major tourist attraction.
The announcement was made during his first State of the Nation Address on February 27, 2025, as part of his administration’s broader agenda to boost Ghana’s tourism sector.
Addressing Parliament on February 27, 2025, President Mahama outlined his vision for transforming Osu Castle and its surrounding area into a vibrant tourist hub.
“We will develop Osu Castle, the former seat of government, and the area around it as a tourist attraction. It will feature a pedestrian precinct with arts and craft markets, as well as jewellery and gold markets. This approximately 22-acre site will become a prime destination for tourism,” he stated.
The project aims to create a unique cultural and commercial space that will attract both local and international visitors.
The arts and craft markets, along with the jewellery and gold markets, will provide opportunities for local artisans and entrepreneurs to showcase their products and generate income.
About Osu Castle
Osu Castle, also known as Christiansborg Castle, is a historic landmark with deep cultural and political significance.
Located in Accra, the castle and its surrounding 22-acre land served as the seat of government for several decades before being converted into a presidential museum.
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Source: www.ghanaweb.com
