President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that the government will allocate additional funding in the 2027 Budget to rehabilitate the historic Cape Coast Castle as part of efforts to preserve the country's heritage and strengthen Ghana's tourism sector.

The president gave the assurance during a durbar with chiefs, elders, opinion leaders and residents at Cape Coast Castle as part of his two-day Resetting Ghana tour of the Central Region.

President Mahama described Cape Coast Castle as one of Ghana's most important historical monuments and a globally recognised symbol of the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

He said preserving the site is essential not only to protect the country's history but also to promote cultural tourism and create employment opportunities for the people of Cape Coast and the country as a whole.

The president disclosed that he had received reports about the deteriorating condition of some of Ghana's castles and forts, prompting him to inspect Cape Coast Castle to assess its condition and identify areas requiring urgent rehabilitation.

He assured residents that the government would work with the relevant state agencies and development partners to restore and modernise the facility while preserving its historical significance.

According to President Mahama, the rehabilitation will include improvements to visitor facilities, conservation of the structure and enhancement of the surrounding environment to make the castle more attractive to both domestic and international tourists.

He said the project forms part of the government's broader agenda to position Ghana as a leading heritage and cultural tourism destination in Africa, with the aim of increasing tourism revenue and supporting local businesses.

The president reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that Cape Coast Castle receives the attention it deserves, describing it as a priceless national asset that reflects Ghana's history, resilience and place in world history.