The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts (MoTCCA) has issued a formal clarification regarding its official name, following growing public and media confusion arising from the use of inconsistent references.
In a press release signed by Mabel Delassie Awuku, Head of Public Relations, the Ministry reaffirmed that its correct and legally recognized name remains the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts (MoTCCA).
According to the Ministry, this name reflects its expanded mandate to fully integrate the creative arts industry into Ghana’s cultural and tourism development strategy. It also reinforces the Ministry’s original designation at its establishment.
The Ministry is therefore calling on the general public—particularly media outlets—to take note of this clarification and to use the official name, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts (MoTCCA), in all communications and references moving forward.
Official Statement:
Clarification on the Official Name of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts (MoTCCA)
Management has observed with concern that the Ministry is being referenced by different names in public discussions and across media platforms.
We wish to state clearly that the official and legally recognized name of the Ministry is:
MINISTRY OF TOURISM, CULTURE AND CREATIVE ARTS (MoTCCA)
This name represents the Ministry’s updated mandate, which places the creative arts sector at the heart of Ghana’s tourism and cultural development agenda. It also aligns with the Ministry’s founding name.
We respectfully urge the public—especially the media—to adhere to this official name in all formal references and communications.
The Ministry remains dedicated to advancing Ghana’s tourism, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting creative industries, in line with the nation’s development goals and cultural identity.
SIGNED
Mabel Delassie Awuku
Head, Public Relations
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts (MoTCCA)
Public Relations Unit
Tel: +233 244 805 025