Government Reiterates Commitment to Promoting E-Mobility in Ghana’s Transport Sector
Technical Director at the Office of the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Cedric Dzelu, has reaffirmed government’s strong commitment to advancing electric mobility in Ghana, particularly within the two- and three-wheeler vehicle segment, in line with national sustainability objectives.
Speaking at the launch of a 22-month research project titled “Exploring Ghana’s Transition Pathways to Electric Vehicles”, Mr. Dzelu emphasized the administration’s readiness to support stakeholders, including the Centre for Extractives and Development Africa (CEDA) in accelerating the deployment of electric motorcycles and tricycles across the country.
“It is refreshing to be part of this engagement and I know that the discussions held would feed into the briefing of the Honourable Minister, and by extension, to the Presidency,” Mr. Dzelu stated. “We are optimistic that, at the policy level, there would be strong backing to ensure that subsidies, grants, and other support mechanisms are implemented to benefit businesses, riders, and individuals within the e-mobility space.”
Highlighting the government’s openness to stakeholder engagement, Mr. Dzelu lauded CEDA and other partners for their proactive role in spearheading the two-and-three wheeler electric vehicle agenda.
He noted that the integration of electric two- and three-wheelers into Ghana’s transport system aligns with both current government priorities and promises outlined in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) political party’s manifesto which include the regularization and support for the Okada business.
“There is no doubt that two- and three-wheelers are now part of our daily lives. Government is not blind to this reality. We must find ways to make this transport option efficient, safe, and sustainable,” he stressed, noting that the Office of the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, embraces the push toward electrification wholeheartedly.
Ghana’s transport sector remains the largest contributor to energy-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, accounting for approximately 38% of emissions in 2021, up from 14% in 2015.
The country’s National Energy Transition Framework identifies transport electrification as a critical pathway for reducing these emissions while generating economic benefits.
Electric two- and three-wheelers have been identified as a cost-effective and scalable solution, particularly for rural and peri-urban areas.
These vehicles are expected to achieve cost parity with conventional internal combustion engine vehicles in the near term, presenting opportunities for job creation, enhanced local manufacturing, and positioning Ghana as a sub-regional leader in electric mobility.
The research project launch by CEDA and partners such as Climate Compatible Growth (CCG) and UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) marks a significant step toward achieving Ghana’s climate goals, with stakeholders hopeful that policy reforms and collaborative actions will accelerate the country’s transition toward a cleaner, greener, and more inclusive transport system.
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