3 d. ago Ghana unveils $3.4bn plan to accelerate national clean energy transition

Ghana has announced a comprehensive US$3.4 billion clean energy investment programme aimed at reshaping the country’s power sector and boosting its contribution to Africa’s renewable energy drive.

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5 d. ago Gov’t engaging private sector stakeholders to review EV tax incentives – Energy Ministry

Government says it is holding ongoing engagements with private sector stakeholders to review tax incentives and the duty structure on electric vehicles (EVs), as part of efforts to accelerate the country’s transition to clean and modern transport systems. Speaking at the ERA Conference, Exhibition and EV Experience, Deputy Energy Minister Dr. Richard Gyan-Mensah said the […]

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5 d. ago Nigeria’s oil content board unveils $100m equity fund to support local producers

Nigeria's oil and gas content regulator on Tuesday announced a $100 million equity investment scheme to boost indigenous participation in the energy sector and said it would tighten compliance rules from next year.

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6 d. ago ECOWAS Validates Gender Equality Index For Clean Energy SMEs

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-validates-gender-equality-index-for-clean-energy-smes/The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE), in partnership with the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), has concluded a landmark regional workshop in Cotonou to validate the Gender Equality Index (GEI) for clean energy businesses. The two-day meeting, held from November 27–28, brought together representatives from ECOWAS Member States, gender and energy […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-validates-gender-equality-index-for-clean-energy-smes/

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6 d. ago Ghana’s energy sector could benefit from gas transition – UNDP, KPMG report

A joint analysis by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and auditing firm KPMG has affirmed the government’s strategic shift from light crude oil to domestically produced natural gas for power generation.

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6 d. ago Government Pledges to Reverse Upstream Petroleum Investment Decline

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-pledges-to-reverse-upstream-petroleum-investment-decline/The government has assured the energy sector it is preparing to confront declining investment in upstream petroleum operations, a challenge industry experts warn could threaten national energy security and jeopardize revenues if left unchecked. Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition Richard Gyan Mensah delivered the commitment at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards held Friday, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-pledges-to-reverse-upstream-petroleum-investment-decline/

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6 d. ago Energy Awards Recognise 36 Leaders Amid Sector Transformation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/energy-awards-recognise-36-leaders-amid-sector-transformation/Thirty six individuals and organizations received recognition for leadership and innovation in Ghana’s energy sector at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards held Friday at Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra. The ceremony, organized by Energy Media Group and endorsed by the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition and World Energy Council Ghana, carried the theme “Repositioning […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/energy-awards-recognise-36-leaders-amid-sector-transformation/

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7 d. ago Government pledges stringent reforms to stable power supply, prevent ‘dumsor’

He further outlined deliberate policy actions, such as the renegotiation of the energy sector debt. Notably, the successful renegotiation of monies owed to Independent Power Producers (IPPs), which, according to the Ministry of Energy, saved the country about $300 million.

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8 d. ago Government Rolls Out Strategic Measures to Stabilise Energy Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-rolls-out-strategic-measures-to-stabilise-energy-sector/The government has implemented a series of strategic policy measures aimed at stabilising Ghana’s energy sector, Minister of Energy and Green Transition Mr John Abdulai Jinapor announced on Friday. Speaking at the Ninth Ghana Energy Awards held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, Mr Jinapor said the interventions were restoring energy security and supporting […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-rolls-out-strategic-measures-to-stabilise-energy-sector/

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9 d. ago ECOWAS Validates Gender Equality Framework For Clean Energy Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-validates-gender-equality-framework-for-clean-energy-sector/The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has validated a pioneering Gender Equality Index (GEI) tailored for the clean energy sector following a two day regional workshop that concluded Thursday in Cotonou, Benin, marking a significant step toward addressing gender disparities in West Africa’s energy transition. The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-validates-gender-equality-framework-for-clean-energy-sector/

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1 week ago Majority Leader defends energy sector achievements in 2026 budget debate

The Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has mounted a spirited defence of the government’s performance in the energy sector, insisting that the 2026 Budget provides clear evidence of strong leadership and improved management.

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1 week ago Concerned stakeholders petition Energy Minister over governance issues at GRIDCo

A group calling itself Concerned Citizens and Stakeholders in Ghana’s power sector has petitioned the Minister of Energy to investigate what they describe as emerging governance irregularities at the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo).

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2 w. ago 2026 Budget technically focused to addressing Ghana’s energy sector challenges – Deloitte

Making its view on the energy sector, it said the government’s recognition of this decline in petroleum output and the accompanying plan for Voltarian Basin drilling is a positive step toward securing future reserves. However, the success of this strategy depends on sustained investor confidence, clarity on fiscal terms, and GNPC’s financial capacity.

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2 w. ago Ghana unveils GH¢22 billion reform agenda to transform energy, gold sector, and environmental protection

Government commits historic funding to clear energy debts, build Africa's largest thermal plant, revolutionize gold value chain, and intensify fight against illegal mining.

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2 w. ago Government Faces Criticism Over Springfield Oil Block Takeover Plan

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-faces-criticism-over-springfield-oil-block-takeover-plan/The government’s announcement of a potential state led takeover of Springfield Exploration and Production’s interest in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP 2) has triggered sharp criticism from energy sector observers who argue the approach contradicts petroleum laws and creates a problematic precedent. The Ministry of Energy confirmed on November 19 that the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-faces-criticism-over-springfield-oil-block-takeover-plan/

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2 w. ago Energy Commission Pledges Stronger Oversight of Renewable Energy Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/energy-commission-pledges-stronger-oversight-of-renewable-energy-sector/The Energy Commission has renewed its commitment to strengthening coordination and regulatory compliance within Ghana’s renewable energy ecosystem following a stakeholder engagement held in Accra. The meeting, the second in the series, convened more than 40 industry players and was chaired by Professor John Gartchie Gatsi, Board Chairman of the Commission. Discussions centred on improving […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/energy-commission-pledges-stronger-oversight-of-renewable-energy-sector/

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3 w. ago Energy Think Tank Warns Budget Risks Undermining Economic Recovery

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/energy-think-tank-warns-budget-risks-undermining-economic-recovery/The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre has raised critical concerns following a detailed analysis of the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, warning that structural weaknesses in the energy sector could endanger Ghana’s fiscal recovery. The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) released its assessment after Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson presented the budget themed “Resetting for […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/energy-think-tank-warns-budget-risks-undermining-economic-recovery/

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3 w. ago Energy Commission strengthens collaboration with renewable energy stakeholders

The Energy Commission has hosted its second Board and Stakeholders Engagement in Accra, for over 40 participants from Ghana’s renewable energy sector.

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3 w. ago ASEC flags four major loopholes in 2026 Budget, warns of risks to economic stability

The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has raised serious concerns about Ghana’s 2026 Budget, warning that despite the country’s recent macroeconomic progress, the energy sector remains burdened by long-standing structural weaknesses that threaten fiscal stability.

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3 w. ago Ghana’s Rising Energy Debts and Foreign Policy Shift Strain Relations with U.S.

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Kwabena Adu Koranteng, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-rising-energy-debts-and-foreign-policy-shift-strain-relations-with-u-s/  Ghana’s growing energy-sector debts and the Mahama administration’s deepening engagement with Russia and China are creating new tensions with the United States, as political and legal developments at home draw scrutiny from international observers. U.S. Companies Unpaid as Debts Mount Ghana owes about $251 million to several U.S. companies operating in its energy and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Kwabena Adu Koranteng, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-rising-energy-debts-and-foreign-policy-shift-strain-relations-with-u-s/

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