The Chief Executive of the Volta River Authority (VRA), Ing. Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo, has reaffirmed the Authority's commitment to providing the reliable electricity needed to support Ghana's 24-Hour Economy policy while urging African power utilities to consider nuclear energy as part of the continent's long-term energy mix.

Speaking at the 2026 Annual Meetings of the Association of Power Utilities of Africa (APUA) in Accra on July 27, 2026, he said Africa must adopt a balanced approach to energy development by combining nuclear and renewable energy to achieve energy security, climate resilience and sustainable industrialisation.

According to him, nuclear energy offers significant benefits, including clean energy, dependable electricity generation and high energy density, making it a strategic option for meeting the continent's growing energy needs.

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"For Africa, nuclear and renewable energy should not be seen as competing options but as complementary pillars that will strengthen energy security, climate resilience, green industrialisation and regional market integration," Ing. Obeng-Kenzo stated.

He also stressed the need for stronger collaboration among African power utilities to improve electricity trade across the continent.

"Africa's energy future will be stronger when our utilities work together, our power systems are better interconnected, and electricity can move efficiently from areas of surplus to areas of need," he said.

He noted that the Authority's interest in nuclear energy aligns with its commitment to innovation, sustainability and strategic partnerships aimed at delivering greater value to Ghanaians.

Reiterating VRA's longstanding role in Ghana's power sector, Ing. Obeng-Kenzo said the Authority remains focused on delivering reliable, safe and environmentally responsible electricity to support economic growth and improve livelihoods.

In line with Ghana's 24-Hour Economy policy, he assured that VRA would continue investing in additional generation capacity, embracing innovative technologies and deepening strategic partnerships to provide the energy required to drive the country's industrial transformation.

"VRA remains committed to supporting the 24-Hour Economy policy by investing in generation capacity, embracing innovation, strengthening partnerships and providing the reliable energy needed to power Ghana's industrial future," he emphasised.

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