The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has unveiled plans to install solar-powered water pumps in riverine communities, aiming to enhance agricultural productivity while expanding the use of renewable energy.

Speaking during a working visit by Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, the Minister explained that the initiative is a pilot project targeting farmers in northern Ghana, enabling them to irrigate their farms during the dry season using solar energy.

“This will ensure that during the dry season, especially in the northern parts of the country, farmers will not be idle. In many cases, people remain inactive for five to six months. If we install more of these pumps and see tangible results, we will be deploying green energy while directly supporting agricultural policy,” Mr Jinapor stated.

In addition to supporting agriculture, the Ministry is developing solar-powered charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) at selected locations nationwide. The infrastructure is expected to serve over 10,000 EVs and reduce the burden on the national electricity grid.

“Ghana currently has about 17,000 electric vehicles—the highest number in Africa. Without proactive planning, these vehicles could strain our electricity supply. The proposed solar battery charging stations, accessible via mobile applications, will allow drivers to recharge efficiently while advancing our green transition agenda,” he added.

The initiatives form part of the government’s broader strategy to foster sustainable development and economic growth.