Here is some of the Ambassador’s background. He is “Special Advisor to Commissioner HOD for Social Develpoment and Human Services at United Nations International Missions & UN Eminent Peace Ambassador/Africa focal point to UN - IAWPA (a World Class Organization with UN Special Consultative & UN- DGC status)…”

“…H.E. Amb. Dr. Stephen Kojo Sackey is currently elevated as Special Advisor to Commissioner HOD for Social Development and Human Services at the United Nations International Mission, which covers key strategic responsibilities and special operations in the state and international community. He is a distinguished UN Eminent Peace Ambassador. He serves as the Africa Focal Point to the United Nations-IAWPA and collaborates with various civil society organizations, public corporations, and Ecosoc-accredited NGOs. With extensive experience in diplomacy and international relations, he champions global sustainable peace, security, human rights, and economic development. He holds academic qualifications from top African universities and executive certifications in leadership and peacebuilding, demonstrating his excellence in both academia and professional endeavour. Throughout his career, he has held roles in management, regulation, research, marketing, and media consultancy, showcasing a diverse skill set. His Excellency, Sackey is a respected figure in social activism, media, and youth empowerment. He has received numerous awards and appointments for his outstanding contributions. His profile reflects a commitment to humanitarianism, echoing the legacies of global icons such as Kofi Annan and Nelson Mandela...”

Below is an article he wrote regarding the upcoming Meshanticut Con-Festival.

A Call on World Leaders About Cultural Placemaking as a Means to Promote Trade Investment and Economic Development, Among Others

Written by H. E. Ambassador Stephen Kojo Sackey

I can state emphatically that, we can make a meaningful impact in our social settings, we cannot rule out the role of arts, culture and heritage in shaping where we live and make it a better place. He has called on all Traditional Authorities and other leaders in various Government to have a collaborative effort to create public spaces that people, home and abroad, will love and feel connected to thereby promoting our culture and values.

Undoubtedly, Ghana is an example of a placemaking project that has become a cultural landmark. Featuring iconic sculptures, gardens and performance spaces. These aesthetic sites have transformed the areas into a dynamic public space which attracts visitors across the globe. The local economy has been boosted because of the patronage that is why we have to cherish our placemaking in our societies. He added.

“Here are some of the placemaking areas which has raised the image of Ghana higher: Bunsu

Arboretum, Aburi Botanical Garden, Wli Waterfalls, Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary, Manhyia Palace, Okomfo Anokye Sword, Cape Coast Castle, Paga Zenga Crocodile Pond, Kintampo Waterfalls in the Bono East Region etc.”

Meshanticut is a neighborhood in Cranston, Rhode Island, United States.

Meshanticut is a residential neighborhood on the western side of Cranston. It is a Narragansett Indian word meaning "place of woods" features an eclectic array of housing styles including Victorian homes, cottages, and capes. It attracts thousands of tourists. The focal point of the neighborhood is Meshanticut State Park which surrounds Meshanticut Lake, a small lake popular for fishing in the summer and ice skating in winter. 

A road that encircles the lake is popular for walking and jogging. It was gifted to the Metropolitan Parks Commission of Cranston by John Dean in 1910. It has previously been a parcel of the Dean estates since the 1870s, when the Dean family owned this section of Cranston west of Garden City. The captivating environment has made a significant impact. 

Ghana is one of the major destinations for tourists traveling to West Africa. As an English-speaking country, the majority of its visitors come from the United States, in 2023, nearly 134,000 people visited the country from the United States. 

In that year, around 1.1 million overall tourist arrival were registered. This represented a sharp increase compared to the three preceding years which had showcased a gradually rising trend vis-à-vis the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Most of the visitors arrived for business, family, and holiday purposes. This has strengthened the ties between the two Countries, Ghana and United States of America.

Tourism forex earnings for Ghana is US$1.5 billion per annum. establishing Ghana as the "homeland" globally. The overall hotels and restaurants in Ghana contributed an estimated 3.9 billion Ghanaian cedis, some 257.3 million U.S. dollars, to Ghana's GDP in 2022.

Many Ghanaians visit Times Square, a prominent tourist site in the United States, which attract about 50 million visitors annually and many other placemaking in USA. This has built a strong relationship between the two thereby increasing their economic, social and investment value.

“Inasmuch as placemaking can stimulate economies, promote infrastructure development and protect natural and cultural resources. The indigenous people of every placemaking are the best people to outline and give clear details of their tourist sites. They are in the best position to narrate the historical facts of the area.” Dr Kojo Sackey.

it is very crucial to recognize its impact on Indigenous communities and the need for cultural connection. The reckless commodification of cultural assets alienates Indigenous communities, perpetuates cultural exploitation and endangers biodiversity. Indigenous Involvement in the decision-making processes of tourism development and policy formulation is essential to ensure that the magic of cultural tourism benefits everyone involved, preserving authenticity and fostering mutual understanding. He entreated World leaders to pay much attention on tourist areas.