Catherine Afeku Claims Kofi Annan’s Death Will Boost Ghana’s Tourism

The three day morning and burial service for Busumuru Kofi Annan is at the forecourt of the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). The minister of Minister of Tourism sees the silver lining from the death of the former statesman.

The Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Catherine A. Afeku had a few interviews at the forecourt of the conference center. She described the ceremony as a way to boost the tourism sector of Ghana.

Catherine Afeku about Kofi Annan and boost to tourism industry

“He was a true African. His behaviour meant he was a consummate diplomat. We have lost an illustrious son. He is an honourable person and it will remain history that we buried an illustrious son in the continent…”

“He has made his name. People will come to Ghana to look at his tomb. These are the things that will enhance and boost the transportation of our export…” 

Also, she explained that people will travel from all over the world to see the global icon’s final resting place.