President Akufo-Addo has pledged to achieve nationwide electricity access in Ghana by the close of 2024, with 88.85% already connected.

The government aims to add 400 communities to the national grid through the Self-Help Electrification Programme (SHEP) and other Turnkey Projects.

The President reports significant progress during his parliamentary address and emphasizes efforts to enhance power system reliability, including the relocation of the 250MW Ameri Plant.

“…I am happy to report that we are making admirable progress in the provision of electricity to all parts of the country," he said.

Additionally, Ghana aims to transition 10% of its energy mix to renewables by 2030, with 3.2% currently sourced from solar energy.

Operational projects include a 4MW floating solar PV on the Bui Reservoir and a 15MW solar PV at Kaleo.

Ongoing initiatives involve a 100MW solar PV at Bui and the Mini-grid Electrification Programme in the Ada East District.

“the Authority is taking steps to relocate the remaining four (4) units before the end of the year,” the President added.

Looking forward, Ghana envisions 30% of electricity production from nuclear energy by 2070. The Ghana Nuclear Power Programme Organisation (GNPPO), under the Office of the President, oversees the nuclear energy project.

President Akufo-Addo emphasized the commitment to providing clean, affordable electricity to support national industrialization and position Ghana as a net power exporter in the ECOWAS region through the West African Power Pool.