Solar Taxi, a leading Ghanaian electric vehicle (EV) assembly company, is taking bold steps to deepen its role in Ghana’s green energy movement. The company recently held strategic talks with the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition to explore potential collaborations that will accelerate the country’s shift toward e-mobility and clean transportation.
During a courtesy visit to Deputy Minister Richard Gyan-Mensah, Solar Taxi’s leadership emphasized that their mission closely aligns with the government’s clean energy goals, especially in scaling up sustainable transport across the nation.
Since its launch in 2019, Solar Taxi has steadily carved a niche in Ghana’s clean energy ecosystem. The company began its journey with the assembly of electric two-wheelers and has since expanded into assembling three-wheelers and four-wheeled electric vehicles. According to Mr. Loving Asibey Koranteng, Solar Taxi’s Chief Investment Officer, the company has assembled over 500 vehicles to date and is currently collaborating with global partners to scale its electric bus program—an initiative that could significantly transform public transportation in Ghana.
The meeting with the Ministry comes at a crucial time, as the government is actively seeking private-sector partnerships to support its green transition agenda. Deputy Minister Gyan-Mensah expressed strong support for Solar Taxi’s initiatives and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating a conducive environment for local innovation in the clean energy sector. He also encouraged companies and investors to step forward and take leadership roles in Ghana’s e-mobility transition.
To back its ambitions, the Ministry has already rolled out a five-year strategy focused on developing EV charging infrastructure along major highways. The government also plans to introduce intra- and inter-city electric bus systems and deploy smart meters that will support energy trading between EV operators and power utilities. While the government does not intend to provide direct funding, it is committed to enabling policy frameworks and stakeholder engagements that will spur broader industry investment.
For Solar Taxi, this is more than just a business move—it is a chance to pioneer homegrown electric mobility solutions that not only reduce carbon emissions but also create jobs and technological capacity within Ghana. By aligning with the Ministry of Energy’s vision, the company is positioning itself as a key player in shaping the future of clean transportation in the country. As Ghana ramps up efforts to embrace sustainable energy, all eyes will be on Solar Taxi to see how far this local brand can drive the nation into a cleaner, greener tomorrow.
