Ghana’s progress in electricity access remains a key priority for the government, with President John Mahama reaffirming his commitment to expanding energy coverage nationwide.
Following an energy summit in Tanzania, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the acting presidential spokesperson, emphasized Ghana’s significant strides in electrification while acknowledging the need for further expansion.
“He then reiterated Ghana’s commitment to ensuring that many more of our citizens get access to electricity,” Kwakye Ofosu stated, highlighting the president’s dedication to bridging the energy gap.
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Ghana currently boasts an electricity access rate of approximately 83%, one of the highest on the African continent. Despite this achievement, President Mahama’s administration remains focused on reaching the remaining underserved areas, ensuring that no Ghanaian is left in the dark.
“At the moment, Ghana has electricity access of about 83%, which is one of the highest on the continent,” Kwakye Ofosu noted.
The discussion around energy access comes at a crucial time, as many African nations continue to struggle with unreliable power supply and limited grid coverage.
According to Kwakye Ofosu, Ghana’s advancements put it ahead of many of its peers, yet there is still work to be done.
“It shows that Ghana is streets ahead of many of its contemporaries, but more needs to be done to ensure that many more of our citizens have access to electricity,” he stated.
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