Ghana has secured a grant worth 1.92 billion Japanese Yen (approximately US$13 million) from Japan to enhance the stability of electricity supply in Tamale City.

Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, made the announcement via a Facebook post on Monday, March 10, 2025.

In his post, he mentioned that he had signed an Exchange of Notes with the Japanese Ambassador to Ghana, Yoshimoto Hiroshi, to facilitate the grant.

“This morning, I signed an Exchange of Notes with His Excellency Yoshimoto Hiroshi, the Japanese Ambassador to Ghana, to unlock a grant of 1.92 billion Japanese Yen (US$13 million) for the Stabilization of Electricity Supply in Tamale City,” Mr Ablakwa wrote.

This funding is intended to improve Tamale's electricity infrastructure, addressing the growing need for a more reliable power supply in the region. The initiative is part of broader efforts between Ghana and Japan to strengthen their partnership across various fields.

Mr. Ablakwa emphasized the deepening relationship between the two nations, noting that this project is one of many in the pipeline.

“This project and many others under discussion highlight the outstanding bond of friendship between Ghana and Japan,” Mr. Ablakwa added.

Specific details regarding the implementation timeline and the scope of infrastructure upgrades funded by the grant are yet to be disclosed.