By Ebi Kesiena
The Government of Ghana has officially commenced construction on the 200 MW Norbert Anku Solar Park, the country’s largest renewable energy project to date, marking a major step toward its clean energy transition.
The project, located within the Dawa Industrial Enclave in the Greater Accra Region, is expected to expand to 1 gigawatt (GW) by 2032, making it one of the largest solar farms in sub-Saharan Africa outside South Africa.
Developed by Solar for Industries Ltd., a subsidiary of Ghanaian conglomerate LMI Holdings, the project will be executed in two 100 MW phases. The first phase is scheduled for completion by December 2026, with the second expected to connect to the national grid approximately nine months later.
According to the Ghanaian Presidency, the ambitious project represents a cornerstone of the country’s renewable energy agenda and a demonstration of private-public collaboration in advancing sustainable industrial growth. The initiative brings together key partners including the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Enclave Power Company, John Murphy Construction, China International Water and Electric Corporation, and SgurrEnergy.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, President John Mahama described the project as a “symbol of growing investor confidence in Ghana’s economy and commitment to a cleaner future.”
“Let us build this project with integrity, speed, and purpose.
“When we return here to commission it, we can proudly say this marks the dawn of Ghana’s clean industrial revolution.” the President said.
Once operational, the Norbert Anku Solar Park will supply affordable renewable energy to industries within the Dawa enclave, with companies set to receive a 10% discount on electricity generated from the project.
According to data from the Africa Solar Industry Association (AFSIA), Ghana currently has 188 MW of installed solar capacity, with 112 MW generated from large-scale solar plants. The country’s largest existing solar installation is a 50 MW hybrid hydro-solar project operated by the Bui Power Authority.
The Norbert Anku Solar Park is expected to significantly boost Ghana’s clean energy capacity, reduce carbon emissions, and position the nation as a regional leader in renewable power generation.
