President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to develop Osu Castle into a more attractive tourist site. The announcement was made during his State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament on February 27, 2025.
According to President Mahama, the government will develop the Osu Castle, the former seat of government, and the area around it as a tourist attraction.
“We will develop the Osu Castle, the former seat of government and the area around it as a tourist attraction. It will have a pedestrian precinct with arts and craft market, jewelry and gold markets. This approximate 22-acre land will become a destination for tourism,” he said.
The president also reaffirmed his government’s commitment to using the flagship initiative, ‘THE BLACK STAR EXPERIENCE,’ to establish Ghana as the gateway to Africa for the global diaspora. The ‘Black Star Experience’ aims to feature thoughtfully curated cultural, historical, and creative arts experiences in collaboration with the private sector, diplomatic missions, ministries, departments, and agencies.
“Our aim is to position the Black Star Experience as a uniquely Ghanaian Tourism brand. The Pan African Month will be a part of the Black Star Experience,” he said.
President Mahama emphasized that Ghana’s peaceful and democratic environment positions the country as an attractive hub for international summits, business conventions, and high-profile gatherings.
“We must capitalise on this unique advantage to maximise our benefits and strengthen our reputation as the Centre of the World,” he stated.