Japan Motors Trading Company Limited has installed and handed over a 22-kilovolt-ampere (Kva) electric vehicle (EV) charging station to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi, in a bid to support sustainable mobility and academic advancement.
"This initiative reinforces the company’s longstanding commitment to promoting innovative mobility solutions and supporting educational institutions in Ghana," said Mr. Salah Kweku Kalmoni, Director of Japan Motors. He added that the donation marks the beginning of a transformative journey toward cleaner energy and a more sustainable future for Ghana.
Mr. Kalmoni said the initiative aligns with national sustainability goals and Japan Motors’ dedication to fostering innovation and education.
"By supporting EV infrastructure at institutions like KNUST, we are laying the groundwork for a cleaner, smarter future," he added.
He encouraged students to view the initiative as an inspiration to lead boldly in innovation and contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s sustainability agenda. He also announced the official launch of the Geely brand in Ghana, stating that Japan Motors is preparing to introduce a dynamic range of Geely electric vehicles to the local market.
Professor Kwabena Biritwum Nyarko, Provost of the College of Engineering at KNUST, welcomed the development, noting that the charging station will boost research and teaching in electric mobility while serving EV users on campus.
"This charging station will enhance teaching and research in the field of electric mobility. It will also serve the growing number of electric vehicle users on campus," he said.
Prof. Nyarko added that plans are underway to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japan Motors to secure internship opportunities for students and involve the company’s engineers as adjunct faculty and guest lecturers.
"Our collaboration with Japan Motors goes beyond this donation. They have previously supported our research with vehicle donations, and we plan to formalise this relationship through a Memorandum of Understanding to offer internships and industry training for students," he said.
"The MoU would also allow Japan Motors engineers to serve as adjunct faculty and guest lecturers to strengthen hands-on engineering education at the university," he added.
Also present at the ceremony were Professor David Ato Quansah, Dr. Godwin Kafui Kwesi Ayetor and Prof. Kwaku Amaning Adjei.