Dr. Benjamin Appiah Osei Wins Third Consecutive Tourism Award, Honored as Digital Tourism Icon
Dr. Osei, a senior lecturer at KNUST, received the Digital Tourism Icon award for 2026 at the Ashanti Regional Tourism Awards.
In Brief
- •Dr. Osei, a senior lecturer at KNUST, received the Digital Tourism Icon award for 2026 at the Ashanti Regional Tourism Awards.
- •He has earned three consecutive tourism awards: Digital Tourism Icon 2024, Tourism Innovation & Technology Award 2025, and Digital Tourism Icon 2026.
- •His work centers on the TOHFE initiative, which uses digital storytelling and experiential tours to broaden access to hospitality and tourism education.
- •The awards recognize his contributions to digital tourism innovation and community-focused learning in Ghana.
Why It Matters
Dr. Osei’s recognition underscores the growing importance of digital engagement in Ghana’s tourism sector, highlighting how technology can expand educational access and promote cultural discovery. His achievements demonstrate a model for integrating academic research, industry practice, and community outreach, potentially influencing tourism policy and investment strategies across the region.
Key Details
- Award Year
- 2026
- Award Title
- Digital Tourism Icon
- Previous Awards
- Digital Tourism Icon 2024, Tourism Innovation & Technology Award 2025
- Institution
- Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
- Initiative
- Tourism & Hospitality for Everyone (TOHFE)
Context & Background
The Ashanti Regional Tourism Awards and the National Tourism Awards are annual events organized by the Ghana Tourism Authority to recognize excellence in tourism development and innovation across the country.
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