The Minister for Energy, Hon. John Jinapor, has held a strategic meeting with the Ghana Electrical Contractors Association (GECA) to discuss ongoing and future reforms within the electrical industry aimed at improving standards, safety, and efficiency.
The engagement, held in Accra, brought together key industry stakeholders, including officials from the Energy Commission, Volta River Authority (VRA), Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), and independent electrical professionals, to deliberate on policies that would strengthen regulation and professionalism in the sector.
Hon. John Jinapor, popularly known as Napo, emphasised the government’s commitment to ensuring that electrical works across the country meet international safety standards and that practitioners are properly licensed and trained. He noted that reforms under the Energy Ministry are designed to create a more transparent, competitive, and technology-driven sector that supports Ghana’s energy transition agenda.
The President of GECA, Mr. Edmund Osei, commended the Minister for his leadership and openness to dialogue. He highlighted the need for continuous collaboration between the Association and the Ministry to address issues such as contractor certification, pricing, and enforcement of standards to curb illegal electrical practices.
Participants at the meeting agreed to establish a joint technical working group to propose actionable recommendations for the Ministry’s consideration.
The engagement forms part of the Ministry’s broader initiative to strengthen partnerships with private sector players in the power and energy value chain, ensuring sustainable growth and innovation in Ghana’s energy industry.
Mr. Jinapor commended GECA for the initiative and announced that he had tasked a technical team within the Ministry to develop a comprehensive roadmap addressing the issues raised by the Association.
He noted that a well-implemented policy framework could “save lives and protect property” across the country.
The Minister further assured stakeholders that the Ministry will continue to collaborate with the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), the Energy Commission, and GECA to strengthen regulations and raise professional standards within the sector.
“I want to thank the leadership of GECA for their recognition and commitment,” Mr. Jinapor stated. “Together, we can build a safer and more efficient electrical industry for all.”
