Story by: Karen Aryeetey
Government is to develop a national technical and safety standard for electric vehicles, EV chargers, and batteries to align with international best practices and support the country’s rapidly expanding EV transition.
Speaking at the 2025 Electric Revolution Africa Conference in Accra, the Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan-Mensah, said the success of Ghana’s EV transition depends not only on infrastructure deployment but also on the availability of technicians trained to diagnose, repair, and maintain advanced electric mobility for safety purposes.
He said, “The EV sector presents substantial opportunities, including EV production, charging infrastructure, local manufacturing, and technology employment. For Ghana, this transition constitutes a deliberate national development strategy, anchored in the Energy Transition Investment Plan and the forthcoming National Electric Vehicle Policy. This framework defines our pathway to low-emission transport, a very efficient transport system, a diversified energy economy, job creation, technology transfer, and long-term resilience.”
He added that strategic investment is key to accelerating Ghana’s shift to electric mobility.
Deputy Minister for Transport, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, said, “Africa’s EV revolution has begun, and clean green investment will determine its success. By addressing infrastructure challenges, strengthening policy frameworks, and building the necessary technical capacity, Africa can unlock its full potential and build a sustainable, inclusive transportation future.”
Experts say electric mobility is set to become a trillion-dollar global industry, and Africa must position itself to benefit.
Recent data from DVLA shows a sharp rise in electric vehicle registrations, from under 200 in 2022 to more than 1,200 by October 2025, reflecting growing public confidence, improved infrastructure, and greater private-sector involvement.
Stakeholders at the event discussed investment, capacity building, regional collaboration, and strong regulations as key to boosting Africa’s EV transition.
The event also showcased electric vehicles, charging technologies, and smart mobility solutions.
