Vice President of Ghana, H.E Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has made a passionate appeal for increased collaboration and integration in Africa’s energy sector at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2025 in Accra. She emphasized the need for African countries to harness their vast energy potential through coordinated trade, strategic investment in infrastructure, technology, and innovation.
Africa’s Energy Narrative
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang highlighted Africa’s rich natural resources, including solar, wind, and critical minerals, stating that the continent’s challenge lies not in resources, but in forging seamless integration. She emphasized that intra-African energy trade should focus on delivering transformative impact, illuminating schools, energizing clinics, propelling industries, and empowering entrepreneurial endeavors.
Regional Frameworks and Ghana’s Commitment
The Vice President praised regional frameworks such as the West African Power Pool (WAPP) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as vital catalysts for economic and energy integration. She reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to regional cooperation, highlighting the country’s proactive investments in cross-border energy projects and pioneering efforts in promoting clean and sustainable energy solutions.
*Ghana’s Energy Initiatives*
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang spotlighted Ghana’s initiatives, including:
– *National LPG Promotion Policy*: Promoting clean energy solutions for household consumption
– *Cylinder Recirculation Model*: Encouraging sustainable energy practices
– *Value-added mining*: Focusing on critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel for clean technology development
A Call to Action
The Vice President’s call to action emphasizes the importance of recognizing energy as a powerful driver of sovereignty, prosperity, and continental unity. She urged African leaders, innovators, and development partners to work together to harness the continent’s energy potential and drive socioeconomic development.
