MINSTRY OF TOURISM AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS (MTCA)
The immense potential of the tourism sector to act as a catalyst for rapid economic growth and social development is discussed in both national and international forums. Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs is responsible for promoting sustainable tourism for economic growth and socio-cultural empowerment.
The Ministry is a significant vehicle for economic progress that generates employment, tax revenue, and foreign exchange and contributes to poverty alleviation.
Over the years, the Ministry has made the following progress in re-branding the sector and through the coordination of line Ministries the following has been achieved; electricity supply at Lumley Beach from the main grid and installation of solar-powered light, removal of tax on tickets hence encourages more people to travel in and out of the country, regular patrol teams on the beach and the representation of Sierra Leone at the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
VISION
To provide quality products, services, and facilities with good value for money, positioning Sierra Leone as a competitive, hospitable, quality, and environmentally friendly destination while maximizing the benefits from tourism for Government, local communities, and investors
MISSION
To create an enabling environment for tourism to thrive through adopting the appropriate policies legislation and regulations in collaboration with key stakeholders whilst attracting vital investment to fully benefit from tourism development.
INSTITUTIONAL STRUCTURE
The Minister is the Political Head of the Ministry assisted by a Deputy Minister. The Administrative Head is the Permanent Secretary and the Professional Head is the Director of Tourism. The Ministry superintends over the following agencies: National Tourist Board, Monument and Relics Commission, National Museum, Railway Museum, Sierra Leone International Theatre and National Dance Troupe.
For further information on Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs please visit: www.mtca.gov.sl
CONTACT DETAILS |
Minister:
Mrs. Nabeela F. Tunis
Deputy Minister:
Mrs. Kadiatu G. A. Kamara
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28B Kingharman Road Brookfield
Freetown, Sierra Leone
Email:info@mtca.gov.sl
Website:www.mtca.gov.sl |
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