Ghanaian tourism and aviation entrepreneur Madame Mary Nyamekye Asamoah has been honoured with the Africa Travel 100 Tour Operators Award 2026 at the 22nd edition of the Akwaaba Travel Market in Nigeria.
Madame Asamoah, Chief Executive Officer of Spotless Travel and Tours and Spotless Aviation and Professional Training Institute, was among a select group of tourism professionals from across Africa recognised for their contributions to the continent’s travel and tourism industry.
Her recognition highlights her work in aviation, tourism, travel management and professional training, particularly her efforts to create travel opportunities and equip young people with the skills needed to pursue careers in the sector.
Madame Asamoah’s journey in the travel and aviation industry began with her interest in aviation, which eventually led her to pursue a professional career in the sector.
She started her career as a cabin crew member with Starbow Airline, where she gained practical experience in aviation operations, hospitality and customer service.
Her experience in the airline industry deepened her interest in travel and tourism, prompting her transition into entrepreneurship.
She subsequently established Spotless Travel and Tours, a company through which she has organised tours for individuals and groups to destinations across Africa and beyond.
The initiative has provided travellers with opportunities to explore different destinations, cultures and experiences while contributing to the promotion of tourism.
Beyond her work in travel and tour operations, Madame Asamoah has extended her entrepreneurial activities into professional training through the establishment of Spotless Aviation and Professional Training Institute.
The institute aims to provide young people interested in aviation, hospitality and tourism with relevant knowledge, practical exposure and skills to prepare them for careers in these industries.
As part of its practical training approach, she uses an aircraft as an office and learning environment to introduce students to aspects of the aviation industry.
The initiative reflects her commitment to bridging the gap between theoretical learning and practical industry experience while helping young people build the confidence and competencies required to pursue professional opportunities.
Her work combines tourism business development with skills training and youth empowerment, positioning her activities within the broader effort to strengthen Africa’s travel and tourism workforce.
Despite her achievements in tourism and professional training, Madame Asamoah has a long-term ambition of establishing and operating her own airline.
She continues to pursue this goal by building on her experience in aviation, travel management, tourism entrepreneurship and professional education.
Her progression from cabin crew member to tourism entrepreneur and aviation educator reflects her expanding involvement in different aspects of the travel industry.
The Africa Travel 100 Tour Operators Award 2026 adds to her professional recognition and draws attention to her work in promoting tourism and developing skills for the aviation and hospitality sectors.
The Akwaaba Travel Market is a major travel and tourism trade event in Africa that brings together tourism professionals, tour operators, travel agencies, destination representatives and other industry stakeholders.
The event provides a platform for networking, business partnerships and the promotion of tourism opportunities across Africa and the international travel market.
Madame Asamoah’s recognition at the 22nd edition of the event places her among the tourism professionals acknowledged for their contributions to the industry’s development across the continent.
By 1960news.com
