Elmina Fishing Harbour in the Central region welcomed its first cruise ship on Thursday, April 18, 2024.
With the support of Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) at the Port of Takoradi, this milestone event marks a significant boost to Ghana’s tourism industry.
The commissioning of the port in 2023 by the Ministry of Transport has paved the way for Elmina to become a new destination for cruise passengers.
Traditionally, Tema and Takoradi have been the favored ports of call for cruise ships in Ghana. However, with the maiden call by the SH Vega, the Elmina Fishing Harbour has taken on a dual role as a fishing port and a cruise ship destination. This development is aimed at supporting fishermen in the area and diversifying the local economy.
The SH Vega, a passenger vessel with a capacity of over 280 people, made the historic call at the Elmina Fishing Port.
On board were 106 passengers and 9 crew members from various nationalities, including Australia, Austria, China,…
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