Ghana is a pioneer in terms of community-based ecotourism, which aims to focus on local populations, environment and tourists [1]. However, local communities seem to be neglected sometimes and do not necessarily benefit from it [2]. – Joanne Jeanbourquin et Naïma Garcia-Casillas
The Ghanaian authenticity : when cultural tourism meets community tradition
Renowned for its large number of traditional festivals, Ghana sees its touristic industry fill out of diversity ; outdoor, indoor, cultural, folkloric or authentic tourism… What then ? – Ophélie Aebischer et Adélaïde Oberson
Roots tourism: Controverse and Opportunity
Roots tourism has taken hold in Ghana, and is used as a motor for economic growth. But it is not without its controversies… – Clément Guntern, Valentin Hurni et Ryan Muza
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Elmina Castle: a symbol of black diaspora… for tourists
African nations have been building on black diaspora identity to promote tourist destinations. – Ryan Muza
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Is the culture of cocoa beans in Ghana moving towards a sustainable world economy?
Since the discovery of the cacao bean in the new world by the famous explorer Christopher Columbus, the bean traveled halfway across the world and has been developing in Ghana since 1978. – Eugénie Jost et Jérôme Küffer