Wholly Ghanaian-Owned First Sky Group Nears Completion of 50MW Solar Plant in Northern Region

Ghanaian-owned First Sky Group is set to complete its 50-megawatt utility-scale solar power plant in the Northern Region by March 2026, marking a significant milestone in locally driven renewable energy investment.

Located on 140 acres in Yendi, the project represents the first fully Ghanaian-owned utility-scale solar facility of its kind, and the second-largest in the country after the 55MW Bui Solar Project. Once operational, the plant will supply electricity directly to the national grid, strengthening Ghana’s power generation capacity and contributing to energy security at a time of growing demand.

Driving National Energy Security and Sustainability

Speaking at the company’s 23rd Anniversary Thanksgiving Service, Executive Chairman Eric Seddy Kutortse emphasized that the solar project is part of First Sky’s long-term strategy to combine profitability with sustainability. He highlighted the project’s alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly affordable and clean energy, decent work, and climate action.

“The Yendi Solar PV plant demonstrates that Ghanaian entrepreneurs can deliver large-scale infrastructure projects that are environmentally responsible and economically impactful,” Mr. Kutortse told Accra Street Journal.

The project will help diversify Ghana’s energy mix, reducing reliance on thermal power, and supporting national climate commitments. It also complements government initiatives to accelerate green energy adoption, improve resilience, and attract private-sector investment in renewable energy.

Economic Impact for the Northern Region

The Yendi solar plant is expected to generate over 300 jobs, spanning construction and operational roles. Beyond direct employment, local supply chains and service providers stand to benefit from increased economic activity, creating broader regional impact.

Mr. Kutortse stressed that the project underscores growing confidence in Ghanaian ownership in sectors historically dominated by foreign capital, and demonstrates that local capacity can deliver large-scale energy infrastructure with the right policy support.

Government Partnership and Skills Development

First Sky Group has previously engaged with the government’s “Big Push” infrastructure agenda, positioning the company as a trusted delivery partner for national projects. The collaboration has facilitated skills transfer, workforce development, and the expansion of local technical expertise in renewable energy.

“This project is not only a milestone for First Sky Group but also a statement about the potential for fully Ghanaian-led infrastructure investment in strategic sectors,” Mr. Kutortse noted.

Looking Ahead: A Cleaner, More Resilient Energy Future

The Yendi Solar PV plant is expected to be formally inaugurated in March 2026, marking a significant step toward a more resilient, diversified, and sustainable energy future in Ghana.

Analysts say projects like First Sky’s not only increase electricity supply but also signal growing private-sector leadership in renewable energy, offering a model for local investment, job creation, and climate-aligned infrastructure development.

As Ghana navigates rising power demand amid fiscal and environmental constraints, investments from wholly Ghanaian companies like First Sky Group are increasingly seen as critical to building a reliable and sustainable national energy grid.

Source: Accra Street Journal

Last Updated on March 9, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu

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