Deputy Transport Minister Updates Assurance Committee on EV Charging Infrastructure Plans

The Deputy Minister for Transport, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, on Thursday, March 19, 2026, briefed Parliamentary Select Committee on Assurance Committee on key transport sector commitments.
Key among her briefing include plans to install solar-powered systems in public buildings to support electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
Madam Affo-Toffey, who is also the Member of Parliament for Jomoro Constituency in the Western Region, also responded to questions on assurances previously made to the House and addressed emerging concerns within the sector.
The Deputy Minister also informed the House on the discussions for the Ministry’s push to integrate renewable energy solutions into transport infrastructure, aimed at supporting the adoption of EVs in Ghana.
Madam Affo-Toofey also provided an update on the expected arrival of 100 buses by April, a move intended to ease ongoing transport challenges and improve public mobility.
The Committee engaged the Ministry on issues arising from the recent protest by railway workers, with the Deputy Minister outlining steps being taken to address their concerns and stabilize operations within the rail sector.
Ms. Affo-Toffey emphasized that the Ministry remains committed to accountability and transparency, noting that engagements with Parliament are critical to ensuring responsive governance and tracking progress on key national transport initiatives.
The engagement reflects our collective commitment as a Ministry to accountability, transparency, and responsive governance.