Ghana Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Ghana's energy use per capita was 371 in 2025, ranked 134th globally. This represents a 3.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Ghana's energy use per capita stood at 371 in 2025, a rise of +12 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 371 by 2025. Ghana ranked 134th globally.
Ghana’s energy use per capita stood at 371.16 kilowatt‑hours in 2025, placing the country 134th in the world and slightly below peers such as Myanmar (375.48) and Cameroon (377.72). The indicator has risen modestly from a 1990 baseline of 343.74, reaching an all‑time peak of 401.34 in 1999 before falling to a trough of 261.89 in 2005, after which it has followed a gradual upward trajectory. Over the 34‑year coverage period, the increase reflects expanding electrification and industrial activity, yet the pace remains modest compared with regional counterparts like Nigeria, which recorded 359.40 in the same year. Structural constraints, including limited grid capacity and reliance on biomass, temper growth, while recent policy initiatives aimed at renewable integration could accelerate future consumption. Continued investment in generation and distribution infrastructure will be pivotal to sustaining the upward trend and narrowing the gap with higher‑consumption peers.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 371 | - | - |
| 2025 | 371 | +12 | #134 |
| 2022 | 359 | −3 | #12 |
| 2021 | 362 | −5 | #12 |
| 2020 | 367 | +13 | #13 |
| 2019 | 354 | +4 | #12 |
| 2018 | 350 | +29 | #13 |
| 2017 | 322 | −6 | #11 |
| 2016 | 328 | −1 | #11 |
| 2015 | 329 | +8 | #12 |
| 2014 | 321 | −2 | #11 |
| 2013 | 324 | −6 | #12 |
| 2012 | 329 | +26 | #12 |
| 2011 | 303 | +7 | #11 |
| 2010 | 296 | +22 | #11 |
| 2009 | 274 | −1 | #8 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Ghana matched the Currency Crisis Pattern pattern in 2023. Historically, 27% of countries showing this pattern (35 out of 128) saw energy use per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Ghana's energy use per capita was 371 in 2025. Ranked 134th globally. This represents a 3.3% increase from the previous year.
Ghana's energy use per capita peaked at 401 in 1999.
The lowest energy use per capita in Ghana was 262 in 2005.
Ghana ranks 134th globally in energy use per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE. Data sourced from World Bank.
Ghana's energy use per capita is projected to reach 371 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Ghana in 2025 was 371. This ranks 134th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_ghana_energy-per-capita,
title = {Ghana Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/ghana/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}