Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire are advancing regional energy cooperation with the upcoming construction of a 330-kilovolt double-circuit transmission line, a flagship project under the West Africa Power Pool (WAPP) initiative.
This 243-kilometre cross-border infrastructure aims to enhance electricity exchange and improve grid stability not only between the two countries but throughout the wider West African region.
The transmission line will connect Côte d’Ivoire’s Biahoué (Bijave) substation with Ghana’s new Dunkwa 2 substation, operating at a higher voltage of 330kV compared to the existing 161kV Dunkwa 1 facility. This upgrade marks a significant boost to the region’s power network capacity and reliability.
Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo), Engineer Mark Baah, emphasized the strategic importance of the project in fostering deeper regional energy integration.
Feasibility assessments have confirmed the technical feasibility and financial soundness of the Ghana portion of the project, which carries a total estimated cost of €154.4 million. This budget also covers environmental and social impact mitigation, construction oversight, and project management.
The initiative aligns with broader ECOWAS efforts to unify national power systems, ensuring a more resilient and efficient electricity market across West Africa. By facilitating smoother cross-border electricity flows, the project is expected to support sustainable economic growth and improve energy access in the subregion.
