Tourism Minister calls for revival of reading culture among the youth
Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, called for a coordinated national effort to revive the reading culture among Ghanaian children and young people during a courtesy call by the leadership of the Ghana International Book Fair (GIBF). She stressed the need for stronger collaboration and sustained partnerships to enhance the impact of literacy initiatives across the country. Madam Gomashie stated, "I believe each domain depends on the other, and working in silos will not be to our benefit."
Mr. Ernest Oppong, President of the GIBF, who led the delegation, reaffirmed the organization's commitment to promoting literacy and preserving Ghana's literary heritage through educational programmes, book exhibitions, and reading promotion activities. He stated that the GIBF would continue to work with the Ministry to promote literacy, strengthen Ghana's reading culture, and advance the country's cultural development agenda. Mr. Oppong highlighted some challenges confronting the organization of the GIBF.
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