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William Nana Acheampong set for the emerging EV market with multipurpose charging station
William Nana Acheampong
Electric vehicles (EV) are currently on high demand globally and one of the emerging markets is Ghana, with many beginning to shift attention to its usage.
One challenge however has been charging stations for the vehicles especially when it becomes very dominant in the country.
In addressing the challenge, 20-year-old student of the African University College of Communications (AUCC) William Nana Acheampong, has taken a huge step in designing a multipurpose solar-powered charging station which would soon take the EV industry by storm.
Nana Acheampong is currently partnering with the EV Founders, Sabrina Mensah Bonsu and Fouad Nadine to develop the stations in Ghana and possibly across the globe.
The groundbreaking innovation attracted the attention of EV Founders after Nana Acheampong made a presentation at a recently held EV conference in Ghana.
Hopefully within a year, with the right investments, the charging stations would be commissioned in Ghana and set for the EV market.
The Journey
After completing GHANATA Senior High School (SHS) in 2021, Nana Acheampong in his desperation to look for a job and take care of himself through school, he landed at KFC in Osu where he served as a cashier.
The last born of five was eager to attain tertiary education since none of his siblings furthered their education due to financial challenges.
He later gained admission to the AUCC and combined education with working at the KFC, before joining the delivery business after quitting his first job.
Nana Acheampong then began using an electric bike from Wahu Mobility and engaged in the delivery business with Glovo and currently with Bolt.
Using the electric bike, Nana Acheampong noticed that there were no electric charging stations around and had to charge from home and go back when it runs down, which was affecting his business.
The idea of creating a charging station to ensure comfort for people using electric bikes was birthed, since it was very expensive to import one into the country.
His association with Bolt was the beginning of greater things to happen when he chanced upon the Bolt Acceleration Programme aimed at empowering a dynamic group of Ghanaian entrepreneurs to transform their bold ideas linked to sustainable transport to life.
With no technical background as he studied General Arts in SHS and after research and sleepless nights, he managed to design the charging station using the Nema 14-50 outlet and presented his idea at the pitching session which had over 100 people under the bolt programme.
The multipurpose charging station which has a shelter and a booth or kiosk for swiping, would be used for charging cars, bikes, scooters and even electronic gadgets. It is currently the only designed multipurpose charging station in Ghana and perhaps the continent.
His design eventually won the Most Innovative Idea at the 2024 Bolt Acceleration Programme and rewarded 2000 Euros and a certificate.
Nana Acheampong is currently looking for substantial funding to officially build the charging stations across the country and welcoming investors.
“This is an innovation from Ghana which must be supported. In most cases, persons in the diaspora are those paying attention to these innovations but Ghanaians and Africans must begin to invest in their own,” he stated.
“Young people have great ideas but do not have the support to develop same which is very demoralizing. For example, China the fastest growing economy in terms of EV has most of the innovators championed by young people and receiving funds from investors. This could be replicated in Ghana which would help the innovation space as Ghana is looking forward to going into the EV market which would contribute addressing climate change,” he stressed.
“It is high time the young people are allowed to contribute to development. Ghana is moving to a more electronic future which cost efficient and promote environmental sustainability as compared to fuel vehicles,” he added.
Nana Acheampong is also looking forward to creating shops that would sell EV parts since there is none currently in Ghana.
He expressed appreciation to Bolt for the support and exposure and urged other young people to take advantage of such initiatives.
Nana Acheampong enjoys cool moments at the beach alone, listening to music, sharing drinks and good moments with friends.
Jollof is his go-to food but loves banku with grilled tilapia. He is a Christian with the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC) Zoe Temple, Tema Community 5.
He urged young people not to give up but continue chasing their dreams, find ways to improve their skills so they would excel when the opportunities come.
By Michael D. Abayateye & Jemima E. Kuatsinu
Parliament has confirmed that the Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong, has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In a statement signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Parliament said the incident had been brought to the attention of the House leadership.
According to the statement, the Speaker of Parliament and the leadership of the House are currently in contact with Ghana’s Mission in The Hague to gather detailed information about the matter.
Parliament, however, did not disclose the reasons behind the MP’s detention.
“The public will be duly informed appropriately on this matter,” the statement added.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana’s parliament has marked the 2nd edition of May Day 2026 under the theme “ Welcome Home”.
It was special day meant to celebrate the invaluable support of the workforce, recognizing the commitment, resilience, and contributions of workers to institutional growth and national development.
Delivering the message on behalf of the Speaker, the 1st Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, described the theme as very apt, appropriate, and timely, noting that Parliament is more than a workplace, it is a shared home.
He emphasized that we cannot speak about work without speaking about people, reminding everyone that the true measure of our work is the well-being of our people.
He urged that our traditional clothing become an integral part of our everyday clothing, and that our local languages must become integral to our daily lives, interwoven into education and practiced at home.
Referencing Standing Order 63, which captures the use of local language as optional in deliberations, he encouraged a renewed commitment to identity, saying it is significant that we “come home” and present who we are so future generations can inherit a story they can fully tell.
The Clerk, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, in his remarks commended officers for their dedication and devotion to duty, calling on them to go the extra mile and leave legacies.
Echoing the reminder that an unexamined life is not worth living, he described the event as an invitation to reconnect with our roots through cultural revival.
The Deputy Clerk, C&FMS, Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, urged all not to forget their roots, the people behind the stories of ministries, industries, and the strides made both in-house and beyond.
What began last year has now become a meaningful tradition, showcasing Ghanaian heritage, fostering unity, and encouraging innovation under the principle of diversity for unity and diversity for progress, she added.
The gathering brought together leadership, public officials, and staff across all levels, along with the media, standing as a unifying platform that honored service, celebrated culture, and reaffirmed a shared commitment to national development.
