Ghana, ISA partner on solar irrigation

Key Figures & Findings: Ghana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the International Solar Alliance (ISA), a treaty-based body of 124 member states founded in 2015 to roll out solar-powered irrigation pumps nationwide, Energy and Green Transition Minister John Jinapor announced at the seventh ISA Regional Committee meeting in Accra. The initiative, inspired by India’s model, seeks to boost year-round farming, reduce reliance on erratic rainfall, and strengthen food security. 

Insights: Agriculture contributes about 20% to Ghana’s GDP and employs more than one-third of the workforce, yet most farmers remain idle during the six-month dry season. The ISA meeting in Accra gathered representatives from 39 member states and seven signatories, discussing strategies for solar adoption and climate resilience.

Future Implications: If implemented as planned, solar-powered pumps could transform Ghana’s farming systems by 2030, enabling year-round production, creating rural jobs, and reducing dependence on erratic rainfall. 

Source: MyJoyOnline

Quick Take: With support from ISA, Ghana’s solar irrigation program highlights how African nations can link food security and clean energy to tackle climate pressures.