The 2027 Budget allocates US$1 billion to tourism, culture, and the creative arts, while extending the Black Star Experience throughout the year to generate foreign exchange and jobs.
Ghana plans to invest US$1 billion in tourism, culture, and the creative arts as the government seeks to strengthen the creative economy, attract more international visitors, and create sustainable employment.
Presenting the 2027 Budget Statement to Parliament on Thursday, 12 November 2026, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson said the investment would turn the country’s cultural and historical assets into a year-round visitor economy.
He said Ghana would draw on its rich history, cultural heritage, and reputation for peace and democratic stability to attract visitors, earn foreign exchange, and support creative businesses.
“We will invest US$1 billion to transform these strengths into a year-round visitor economy that earns foreign exchange, sustains creative enterprise and creates better jobs across the country,” he said.
Dr Forson noted that December in Ghana would continue to be a major tourism draw, while the government works to develop activities that encourage visits throughout the year.
“December in Ghana will remain a powerful anchor, while heritage journeys, ancestry services, family reunions, education programmes and the creative arts will create reasons to visit throughout the year,” he said.
He also announced plans to expand the Black Star Experience across all 12 months, backed by a national events calendar and competitive destination bidding to distribute tourism activities across seasons and regions.
“The Black Star Experience will run throughout all twelve months,” Dr Forson said.
The initiative supports the government’s broader goal of positioning tourism, culture, and the creative arts as key drivers of economic growth, foreign exchange earnings, and employment.
