Ghana has secured a grant of 1.92 billion Japanese Yen (approximately $13 million) from the Government of Japan to support the stabilisation of electricity supply in Tamale City.
The agreement was formalised through an Exchange of Notes signed between Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and Japan’s Ambassador to Ghana, Yoshimoto Hiroshi, on Monday, March 10.
Announcing the development in a social media post, Minister Ablakwa highlighted the significance of the grant. He stressed that it reflects the strong diplomatic ties between Ghana and Japan. “This project, along with many others under discussion, highlights the outstanding bond of friendship between Ghana and Japan,” he stated.
The grant is expected to enhance the reliability of electricity supply in Tamale and its surrounding areas, addressing frequent power fluctuations that have impacted businesses and households.Japan has been a long-standing development partner of Ghana, supporting various sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, and education.
Government officials have expressed optimism that the project will boost economic activities in Tamale, a key commercial hub in the Northern Region, and improve living conditions for residents.
Source: gbcghanaonline.com
