The Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has hinted at plans to introduce electric-powered Metro Mass Transit buses in the capital through a strategic partnership with investors from Savannah, Georgia, in the United States.
The Mayor made this known on Friday, July 18, 2025, during a courtesy call by a delegation from the City of Savannah, led by its Mayor, Van R. Johnson II, to Accra as part of his official tour of Ghana.
Mayor Allotey told journalists that discussions were already underway to explore opportunities for investment in electric buses, which he said would provide a more sustainable and cost-effective transportation alternative for residents of Accra.
“It is my dream to have more electric buses in Accra, and we have discussed it. We are going to get electric buses in Accra, which will offer cheaper fares, benefiting both the environment and commuters. The novelty of these buses will attract many users, and the initiative will also create numerous job opportunities,” he said.
He disclosed that Mayor Johnson had mentioned a connection with a company based in Savannah that manufactures electric buses, specifically referencing a potential link with Hyundai, and assured him of efforts to initiate talks for possible collaboration.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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