- The project funded by Switzerland’s SECO to boost energy access and livelihoods
- Part of the Light for Life Programme aiming for 99.8% electricity coverage
- Over 250,000 people will gain access to electricity in the country
The government has announced plans to expand renewable energy access by electrifying 150 off-grid island and lake communities across Ghana, aiming to reach over 250,000 people.
The announcement follows the successful commissioning of mini-grid projects in Azizakpe, Alorkem, and Aflive in the Ada East District, funded by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO).
At the event, Energy and Green Transition Minister John Jinapor highlighted the initiative as a vital step toward inclusive energy access and improved livelihoods in remote areas.
He emphasized that the electrification drive supports the government’s Light for Life Programme, targeting 99.8% national electricity coverage, while promoting renewable energy equity.
The newly powered communities are expected to experience a boost in local business, productivity, and overall quality of life.
