Ghanaian travelers spent the highest amount in Togo in 2023, confirming it as Ghana’s top short-haul destination. Data from the Ghana Statistical Service’s 2023 Domestic and Outbound Tourism Survey revealed that visitors to Togo spent GHS 12.8 million in the first quarter alone. In total, 77,501 same-day travelers spent GHS 59.8 million across the year, mostly on business, trade, and family visits. “Togo remains a key hub for cross-border trade and cultural exchange,” the report noted.
The Ashanti Region recorded the highest number of same-day travelers, reflecting its strong commercial activity. Most outbound travelers were between 25 and 44 years, Ghana’s most active economic group. Overall, overnight outbound trips dominated foreign spending, totaling GHS 3.4 billion in 2023. “West Africa accounted for the largest share of spending, ahead of Europe and North America,” the GSS added.
