Ministers and Government agencies scheduled to begin using electric vehicles — Minister Jinapor
Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has unveiled plans to make electric vehicles (EVs) the new standard for all ministers and government agencies.
In a landmark move toward sustainable mobility, the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has unveiled plans to make electric vehicles (EVs) the new standard for all ministers and government agencies. Energy Minister John Jinapor announced the initiative at the commissioning of a 60kW solar-powered EV charging station in Accra, marking a pivotal step in Ghana’s climate-conscious transportation agenda.
The ministry will soon submit a cabinet memo proposing the full adoption of EVs across the executive branch. Ministers and agencies will be expected to phase out traditional fossil-fueled vehicles in favor of EVs—setting a powerful precedent for public and private transport operators across the country.
Infrastructure & Innovation
The new solar-powered EV station, inaugurated at the event, serves as the first of many to be rolled out along urban corridors.
GOIL fuel stations and transport loading terminals will be outfitted with charging infrastructure under a collaborative push involving the Ministry of Environment and the Ghana Oil Company.
This public-private approach aims to build a nationwide charging grid that supports EV adoption and reduces pressure on volatile fuel import markets.
Economic & Environmental Upsides
EVs are not just cleaner—they’re more efficient:
Lower operating and maintenance costs compared to internal combustion vehicles.
Reduced commuter fares and savings for commercial operators.
Improved air quality and alignment with Ghana’s climate obligations.
“The initiative is more than policy—it’s a call to action,” Jinapor declared, urging investors and stakeholders to join the movement. He emphasized that infrastructure, incentives, and cross-sector collaboration will be critical to embedding sustainability into Ghana’s energy ecosystem.
The program is spearheaded by the Energy Commission in partnership with GIZ.
Acting CEO Eunice Biritwum emphasized their commitment to a cleaner future, calling the collaboration “an indication of our readiness to build a more sustainable Ghana.”
GIZ Country Director Dr. Dirk Abmann noted the organization’s 50-year legacy in Ghana and reaffirmed long-term support for the energy transition.
As Ghana leans into its green transition, this EV policy signals a turning point in how public service institutions model climate leadership. With solar-powered infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and government-wide support, the shift to electric mobility may soon be Ghana’s new normal.
