Report By: Ishmael Barfi
Accra, Ghana – The Young African Summit, a premier event designed to nurture tourism awareness among children through technology and cultural exchange, recently took place in Accra.
Hosted by the Learning Tree Foundation Ghana, the 2-day summit brought together students from Côte d’Ivoire, Cape Coast, and Kumasi, representing over 30 African countries, to showcase and celebrate the unique tourism offerings of their respective nations.
The representatives of the various African countries on the first day gave a presentation of their respective countries’ uniqueness and investment opportunities, along with a panel discussion which attracted diplomatic corps from Rwanda and dignitaries including the Chief Executive Officer of Global Sky Security and senior lecturers from the School of Technology of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA).
Foreign participants and the diplomatic corps of Rwanda had the opportunity to tour the city of Accra and some interesting places on the second day of the summit.

Mrs. Rosemary Osei Kufuor, Founder of Learning Tree Ghana
In an interview with the media, Mrs. Rosemary Osei Kufuor, Founder of Learning Tree Foundation Ghana, emphasized the importance of empowering the next generation with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive tourism development in Africa.
She noted that leveraging digital innovations can promote cultural exchange, preserve heritage, and create economic opportunities for local communities.
“By embracing digital innovations, Africans can explore and appreciate the continent’s diverse tourist attractions, which will foster cultural exchange and tourism development,” she stated.
Kofi Atta Kakra Kusi, Deputy Director of Marketing at the Ghana Tourism Authority, attended the event and highlighted that Ghana’s tourism sector continues to grow significantly, with over 1.1 million international tourist arrivals recorded in 2023.
He pointed out the importance of promoting the country’s unique tourism offerings, especially in leisure travel, which accounted for the majority of tourism-related spending.
“The industry has undergone a major shift, driven by digital tools and platforms,” he added.
The 2-day summit offered a platform to enhance cultural exchange and tourism development among African children. By utilizing digital tools and platforms, Africa can promote its rich heritage and unique tourism offerings, creating economic opportunities for local communities while preserving cultural traditions.
The children showcased the distinct tourism offerings of their countries, highlighting the diversity and richness of African cultures.
The Young African Summit is a significant step toward a brighter future for tourism in Africa. By embracing digital innovations and fostering cultural exchange, the continent can drive tourism growth, create economic opportunities, and preserve its cultural heritage.
The summit highlighted the potential for tourism to contribute to Africa’s economic development and cultural preservation.
Source: www.thenewindependentonline.com