The government is considering establishing a specialised training centre to equip Ghanaian mechanics with the skills needed to maintain and repair electric vehicles (EVs).

Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah said the move is necessary as the use of electric vehicles grows and Ghana prepares for a shift from fuel-powered vehicles to cleaner alternatives.

He said Ghanaian mechanics must be trained to diagnose, service and repair the new generation of electric vehicles entering the local market.

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Armah-Kofi Buah made the proposal after touring the showroom and operations of Longking, a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, during an official visit to China.

He said China, which has become a major player in EV manufacturing, could support Ghana in developing the technical skills needed to service the growing industry.

The Minister noted that the transition to electric mobility could create opportunities for Ghana’s mining and logistics sectors, particularly with the increasing use of electric heavy-duty trucks.

He said the proposed centre would help Ghana prepare its workforce for the emerging electric-mobility industry, ensuring that the country develops the technical capacity to service EVs locally rather than relying entirely on foreign expertise.

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