Ghana’s power supply system is currently stable, with the country producing surplus electricity that is being exported to neighbouring nations, according to the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor.
Speaking at a press briefing during the 7th Meeting of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Regional Committee for the Africa Region, held in Accra from September 2 to 4, 2025, the Minister said the government is now focusing on achieving universal electricity access and increasing the share of renewables in the national energy mix.
“Our power supply is fairly stable. We have enough, and we’re even exporting,” he stated. “Our goal is to have at least 10% of our energy coming from renewables. That’s not even counting our high hydro potential.”
The Minister announced plans to deploy solar-powered irrigation pumps across the country, particularly to support dry-season farming.
“India has successfully implemented this, and we intend to learn from them,” he said, revealing that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will be signed to formalise collaboration. The agreement will also include training for local artisans to support the rollout.
Mr. Jinapor also drew attention to Africa’s worsening energy crisis, citing that over 600 million people across the continent still lack access to electricity, while nearly 1 billion lack clean cooking solutions, mostly in rural areas.
Despite being the sunniest continent, Africa generates just 4% of global solar power and attracts less than 2% of global clean energy investment.
“Africa’s energy inequity goes beyond infrastructure, it reflects chronic underinvestment, unequal access, and deep structural challenges,” he noted.
“Without affordable, clean, and reliable energy, our ambitions for industrialization, job creation, food security, and climate resilience will remain out of reach. Universal access to energy is not just a development target it is a moral imperative.”
He also highlighted the potential of innovative technologies like Floating Solar Photovoltaics (FSPV) to help close the energy gap while promoting climate resilience and sustainable development.
