Amedzofe, one of Ghana’s most picturesque mountain towns in the Ho West District of the Volta Region, is set to make history with the inauguration of West Africa’s longest zipline. Eco-tourism project aimed at improving the community into a leading adventure and tourism hub in the District and Volta Region as a whole.
The announcement was made by the Assemblyman for Amedzofe, Hon. Robert Elikem Ameh, during the Amedzofe Tourism Day Celebration, which also meant to raised funds to support road rehabilitation and town drainage other community development projects to attract tourist to the community.
The zipline project, spearheaded by Conservation Ghana designed to enhance the visitor experience. The new adventure facility, expected to be commissioned by early days of December this year, will make Amedzofe a key tourism hub in Ghana for both local and international tourists.
Tourism, a Tool to Unlock the Financial Growth, Peace and Unity.
Rev. S.K. Boateng, the chairman for Tourism committee speaking at the durbar highlighted the significant role of tourism play in improving livelihoods and fostering social cohesion in the Amedzofe community.
According to him, tourism has created sustainable sources of income for residents, provided market opportunities for local produce, and enhanced the community’s appeal to investors.
Addressing challenges such as population growth and inclusivity, Rev. Boateng urged residents to remain united and proactive in addressing local needs through collaboration. He stated that work together and remain transparent, the citizens can transform Amedzofe into a beacon of sustainable tourism for Ghana and Africa.
Government Developmental Agenda.
The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ho West, Mr. Francis Dusey Profer, emphasized that sustainable development in Amedzofe can only be achieved through unity and cooperation. He assured residents that the government has prioritized the construction of the Fume–Bane road, a critical route that connects Amedzofe to major tourist sites including Mount Gemi, Ote Waterfalls, and the new zipline site.
The DCE also encouraged landowners to partner with investors instead of selling off their lands, stressing that such partnerships would allow the community to benefit from long-term tourism growth while preserving their heritage for future generations. “Tourism is a collective responsibility. The government, community, and private sector must all play their roles to make Amedzofe the tourism powerhouse it deserves to be,” Mr. Profer stated.
Environmental Commitment.
The Queen Mother of Amedzofe, Onetsitsie Osawa Dzedze Asantisue IV, reaffirmed her commitment to ensuring environmental cleanliness and the safety of both residents and tourists. She highlighted the need for continued collaboration with security agencies and appealed for government and private sector support to enhance infrastructure development.
“Our goal is to keep Amedzofe clean, safe, and welcoming,” she said. “With sustained investment and community cooperation, tourism will continue to bring opportunities to our youth and prosperity to our people.”
Community Optimism
Robert Elikem Ameh,
Assembly man for Amedzofe Electoral Area, expressed optimism that the zipline project, together with other eco-tourism initiatives, would generate employment, attract investment, and boost the local economy. He made a passionate appeal to investors to take advantage of Amedzofe’s cool and serene environment to establish hospitality and tourism-related businesses that will boost local economic growth.
With its serene environment, breathtaking mountain views, and rich cultural heritage, Amedzofe is poised to become Ghana’s next major tourism hub — a model of how sustainable tourism can drive unity, accountability, and inclusive development across communities to boost the economy and lifestyles of its citizens.
By Gabriel Asempa.
Ho West District, Amedzofe.
