The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Mr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has broken grounds for the construction of the 161kV Anwomaso-Kumasi Transmission Line Project, a significant initiative aimed at enhancing power evacuation capacity in the Ashanti Region.
The project is a collaboration between the Ghanaian government and international partners, including the European Union and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD).
According to the Minister, the objective of the project is to Enhance Power Evacuation Capacity, improve voltage stability and reduce system loses in the Ashanti Region.
He said the project would also strengthen Anwomaso Power Enclave, develop a critical power generation and evacuation hub and contribute to Energy Security and support Ghana’s energy security and inclusive prosperity.
The Minister emphasised that the project is part of the government’s broader policy actions to attain a strong, resilient and future-ready power grid.
He highlighted the government’s strategic priorities, including Modernising the National Grid, Upgrading infrastructure to support efficient power transmission, Advancing Gas-to-Power Solutions, Promoting sustainable energy solutions, Diversifying the Energy Mix and encouraging a mix of energy sources for sustainable development while promoting Private Sector Participation and Fostering collaboration with the private sector.
He indicated that the 161kV project line is aimed at expanding access and energy equity and also ensuring equitable access to energy, improving governance and Tariff transparency, Digital Transformation and Smart Grids and Leveraging technology for efficient energy management.
Dr. Frank Amoakohene, Ashanti Regional Minister, commended the Energy Minister for his commitment to sustainable development in the energy sector.
He assured the ministry of full support and security to protect the strategic project to ensure its successful delivery and long-term benefits for the energy sector.
