The 2025 China-Africa Automotive Development Forum was held in Ghana on Tuesday to discuss opportunities for Sino-African cooperation in the production of electric vehicles (EVs).

Held in Kumasi, the second largest city in Ghana, the event was co-organized by the Confucius Institute at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and Hubei University of Automotive Technology.

Under the theme “Intelligent Manufacturing of Light Electric Vehicles”, the forum convened Chinese and African experts, policy makers, investors and engineers to assess the need and feasibility of integrating the development of electric vehicles into the automotive future of Africa.

Li Yang, Minister-Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Ghana, emphasized the strategic importance of Africa. “Africa still remains a priority in China's overall diplomatic strategy, as it is an emerging continent that is driving global economic growth,” Li said.

He further confirmed China's commitment: “Regardless of changes in the international landscape, China's commitment to Africa remains unwavering and China's dedication to advancing industrialization jointly with Ghana remains persistent.

Ghanaian officials highlighted the country's readiness to manufacture electric vehicles. Seth Mahu, director of renewable energy at the Ghana Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, said that Ghana had “established fundamental policies supporting the production of electric vehicles

Mahu highlighted the potential of the Sino-Ghanaian partnership: “Collaborating with China through technology transfer, joint ventures, and training can accelerate our progress exponentially. This forum should serve as a conduit between Ghana and China to exchange perspectives on implementation, ambition and achievement.