African Holiday & Hospitality News 08/02/24

Updated by February ,09, 2024

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Coconut Grove Regency Hotel Sweeps Three Awards at 6th Ghana Hotel Association Awards.

Colour Purple Set to Enchant Ghanaian Cinemas on February 9th..

Double Dutch Co-Founder Urges UK Government to Cut Hospitality VAT to 10%.

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The Coconut Grove Regency Hotel in Accra garnered three prestigious awards at the 6th Ghana Hotels Association (GHA) Awards.

Recognized for Best Three Star Hotel, Conference and Banqueting Team of the Year (Three Star Category), and Front of House Team of the Year (Three Star Category), the hotel's success was attributed to its commitment to hospitality industry growth and advocacy for best practices.

Front Office and Administrative Manager, Afua Taylor Ashie, emphasised the team's focus on client needs and creating memorable experiences.

The Ghana Hotels Association Awards, established in 2015, aims to honour excellence in hotel operations and service delivery.

This year's theme, "Sustaining the Hotel Industry in Ghana Post COVID-19," reflects the industry's resilience amid challenges.

The ceremony brought together industry leaders, including the CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority and the President of the GHA.

Let’s stay a while longer on the 6th Ghana Hotels Association Awards

Best Lodge, situated in Tamale, within the Northern Region, also emerged victorious at the recently concluded 6th edition of the Ghana Hotel Association Awards held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra.

The distinguished hotel clinched the titles of Best Hotel of the Year, Most Secured Hotel of the Year, and Front of House Team of the Year (One Star).

This recognition underscores the hotel's commitment and proficiency in advancing the tourism sector, emphasising its consistent emphasis on meeting and surpassing customer expectations while upholding stringent quality standards.

Mrs. Janet Abanga, the General Manager of Best Lodge, expressed profound gratitude for achieving this remarkable milestone.

In her statement to the media, she attributed the success to the company's remarkable leadership qualities and unwavering dedication to consistently serve and satisfy customers.

In other news

Ghanaian filmmaker Blitz Bazawule announced that the critically acclaimed movie "The Color Purple" will be released in cinemas in Ghana on February 9, a month after its initial release.

He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to showcase Ghanaian culture in the film.

The movie, based on the novel and Broadway musical, follows the journey of Celie, portraying love and resilience.

Venues and ticket availability in Ghana will be revealed soon. "The Color Purple" is Bazawule's third feature film after "The Burial of Kojo" and Beyoncé's "Black is King.

On the International Front

Raissa de Haas, co-founder of Double Dutch, supports calls to reduce the UK hospitality sector's VAT to 10%

She also warned of a potential collapse.

Various challenges such as soaring energy costs, skills shortages, train strikes, and supply chain issues have put the industry at risk.

Operators in Manchester and MPs, including Alyn Smith, are advocating for a VAT reduction.

De Haas also emphasises the need for government support in reducing business rates and addressing staff recruitment challenges.

The hospitality sector, vital for the economy, has faced closures and increased pressure, with last year's spirits duty hike adding to the challenges.

De Haas calls for immediate government intervention to prevent further closures and ensure the sector's stability.