The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, has called for stronger investment in reliable and integrated energy systems to drive Africa’s industrialisation and economic transformation.

Dr. Jinapor made the remarks while delivering the keynote address at the 3rd Africa Energy Technology Conference held in Accra.

The conference brought together Ministers, industry leaders, investors, innovators, and development partners to discuss strategies for shaping the continent’s energy future.

Addressing participants, the Minister stressed that Africa’s economic progress would depend largely on its ability to provide affordable and sustainable energy capable of powering industries, innovation, and job creation.

He noted that the continent must move beyond the export of raw materials and focus on value addition through industrialisation, technology, and strategic investments in the energy sector.

According to him, Africa possesses the resources and market potential needed to become a global industrial powerhouse, particularly with opportunities created under the African Continental Free Trade Area framework.

Dr. Jinapor, however, emphasised that achieving this vision would require bold leadership, regional cooperation, and long-term investment in energy infrastructure across the continent.

He also highlighted Ghana’s ongoing efforts to strengthen energy security and accelerate the country’s transition toward a cleaner and more resilient energy mix.

These efforts, he said, include the expansion of renewable energy deployment, battery storage systems, mini-grid electrification projects, gas-to-power modernisation initiatives, and preparations toward nuclear energy development.

The Minister expressed appreciation to the organisers of the conference and participants for promoting dialogue and collaboration aimed at advancing Africa’s energy sector.