Ghana is taking bold steps to establish itself as a regional leader in electric vehicle (EV) production and green mobility technology, as the government retools the automotive policy to embrace innovation and sustainability.
Minister of Trade, Industry, and Agribusiness, Mrs. Elizabeth Ofosu-Agyare, announced a major review of the Ghana Automotive Development Policy to reflect emerging trends in electric mobility.
She said the framework will include electric vehicles, e-bicycles, and e-tricycles, with targeted incentives to attract both local and foreign investments in clean transport technology.
Speaking at the commissioning of the Foton Truck showroom and during visits to Japan Motors and Volkswagen Ghana’s assembly plants in Tema, the Minister stressed that the future of Ghana’s auto industry lies in embracing high-tech, climate-smart solutions.
“This is about placing Ghana at the forefront of West Africa’s mobility revolution. We’re creating an ecosystem that supports innovation, from vehicle assembly to battery technology and smart infrastructure,” Mrs. Ofosu-Agyare said.
She said the policy will support not just the assembly of EVs, but also the development of supporting technologies like charging stations, spare parts manufacturing, and research into renewable energy integration.
The Minister noted that this aligns with Ghana’s long-term goal of achieving net-zero energy-related emissions by 2060.
Japan Motors Ghana Managing Director, Mr. Salem Kalmoni, noted that Foton has established a West Africa Training Centre in Ghana, with plans to create a regional spare parts hub.
He said these facilities are expected to support cutting-edge training in EV maintenance and technology, while also expanding access to critical components across the sub-region.
“Ghana has what it takes to become the regional hub for electric mobility, skilled talent, a growing market, and a proactive policy environment. We’re ready to support that vision,” Mr. Kalmoni said.
With global automakers increasingly turning to Africa for new markets, the government’s pledge for a new approach could set the pace for EV adoption in West Africa.
