The Bono East Region is home to several major tourist attractions, yet many remain underdeveloped and under-promoted due to infrastructural challenges.
In response, the Bono East Chapter of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) is advocating for improved road networks and telecommunication services to unlock the region’s tourism potential and boost revenue generation.
Ahead of its official inauguration, the Bono East GJA has taken the lead in promoting ecotourism development in the region. The initiative also aims to honour Anas Sabit of Joy News, the Overall Best GJA Tourism Journalist of the Year and Secretary of the regional chapter.
During a familiarisation tour of key attractions, including the Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary and the Kintampo Waterfalls, Bono East GJA President Frederick Antwi called on authorities and telecom providers to enhance network connectivity at tourist sites. He noted that poor mobile and internet services negatively affect visitor experiences, limit promotion, and ultimately reduce revenue.
Madam Eunice, Site Manager of the Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary, echoed these concerns, highlighting that persistent network challenges impact communication, security, and overall visitor satisfaction.
Meanwhile, Kintampo Municipal Chief Executive Isaac Donkor joined the journalists at the Kintampo Waterfalls, outlining steps the assembly is taking to promote ecotourism and improve infrastructure to attract more visitors.
The Bono East GJA believes that addressing infrastructure gaps, particularly in telecommunications and roads, will significantly boost tourism development and position the region as a major ecotourism destination in Ghana.
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