What type of energy does Ghana use?

Ghana’s thermal power generation is fueled largely by natural gas, but occasionally uses light crude oil and diesel. Ghana exports power to Togo, Benin, and Burkina Faso. The Government of Ghana remains heavily involved in the energy sector, with state entities having a controlling presence in the value chain.

Why is the energy sector a problem in Ghana?

Long delays in payments to power producers are a significant concern in the sector as the government pays for the subsidy from the national budget. Debt within the energy sector, coupled with the high cost of power in Ghana, creates a brake on Ghana’s economic development.

Is Ghana a good place to get electricity?

Thanks to strong government leadership since the 1990s, Ghana had an electricity access rate of 84% in 2018, one of the highest in sub-Saharan Africa. To reach the remaining population, grid densification (58% of the new connections) and stand-alone systems (27%) are the two main least-cost solutions in both scenarios.

Why is Ghana's energy sector in debt?

Ghana’s energy sector has significant debt because of years of accumulated financial shortfalls from power pricing that does not recover full cost, although residential and business electricity consumers consider tariffs to be high.

Is Ghana a good producer of oil & gas?

Ghana remains a relatively minor producer of oil and gas in Africa. Gas demand grows strongly in the AC, lowering oil use in the power and industry sectors; this increases the need for imports of gas. Around $70 billion of cumulative energy supply investment is needed in the STEPS, 60% of which is for upstream oil and gas.

What are Ghana's energy needs in 2025?

Ghana’s energy needs continue to grow. In 2025, projected electricity consumption is estimated to reach 25,836 GWh, representing a 4.7% increase in demand year-on-year. Hydro, thermal, and renewables constitute Ghana’s electricity generation mix.