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Context and Opportunities

Ghana has one of the highest electrification rates in sub-Saharan Africa, yet pockets of energy poverty persist in rural areas and on the islands of Lake Volta. The country is also a leader in digital transformation, creating strong demand for reliable connectivity to support its dynamic economy.

Potential Intervention Zones

The northern regions (Northern, Savannah) as well as island and lakeside communities represent niche markets where RMS Impact's off-grid solutions can provide high added value, complementing the national grid.

Ghana at a glance

  • Population: ~33.4 million (2023 est.)
  • Area: 238,535 km²
  • GDP per capita: ~ $2,200 USD (2023 est.)
RMS Impact Potential
  • Potential number of sites: 10-15 sites
  • Project Status: Market analysis.

Access Rates & Estimated Impact

⚡ Energy

~86%

National electricity access rate (Source: World Bank, 2021).

RMS Impact's Contribution: Completing the grid in the "last mile".
💧 Drinking Water

~87%

National access rate to drinking water (Source: UNICEF, 2022).

RMS Impact's Contribution: Improving the quality and permanence of service.
📡 Internet

~68%

Internet penetration rate (Source: DataReportal, 2023).

RMS Impact's Contribution: Providing redundancy and high availability.

Potential Economic Activities for Beneficiaries

  • Direct activities: Management of phone charging points, sale of Wi-Fi top-up cards, first-level maintenance of solar and water installations.
  • Indirect activities: Development of small businesses requiring refrigeration, sewing or welding workshops, secretarial services, online training centers, telemedicine consultations, and e-commerce for local artisans.