21 h. ago PURC releases nationwide survey on Ghanaians’ views on electricity supply and pricing

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has published the findings of a new nationwide survey examining consumer preferences and perceptions of electricity supply and pricing in Ghana.

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22 h. ago Government met only 3 out of 11 structural benchmarks, but taken strong actions to address rest – IMF

It mentioned that the quarterly electricity tariff adjustments (quarterly SB starting from end-January 2025) resumed only in April 2025 due to delays in appointing a new board of the energy sector regulator (PURC), while the publication of the audit of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG)’s collections and uses (end-January 2025 SB) was achieved in February 2025 and covered a longer period than mandated by program conditionality.

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48 h. ago What Ghana Must Fix: ISSER’s GSDO 2024 report exposes key social gaps in housing, jobs, and governance

Ghana’s housing sector continues to be dominated by self-builders—individuals and households constructing their own homes—who account for 90% of the approximately 45,000 housing units delivered annually. And according to the 2024 Ghana Social Development Outlook (GSDO) report by the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) of the University of Ghana, the self-build sub-sector receives limited policy support despite its size and contribution to local economies and employment.

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53 h. ago See the blackout areas as ECG’s planned maintenance proceeds today

Residents and businesses in parts of the Greater Accra, Tema, and Western Regions are expected to experience temporary power outages today, Sunday, July 13, 2025, as the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) undertakes crucial maintenance works.

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69 h. ago Ghana’s energy sector shortfall to reach $2.2bn by December 2025 – IMF

The Fund said some progress has recently been made in addressing the energy sector’s challenges.

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3 d. ago ECG to embark on nationwide ‘All Must Pay’ revenue mobilisation campaign

Management and the Union of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have announced a nationwide revenue mobilisation campaign dubbed “Operation ALL MUST PAY,” aimed at clearing outstanding customer arrears. The campaign will run from Monday, July 14, to Friday, July 25. ECG’s General Manager of External Communication Dr. Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, shared details of […]

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4 d. ago ECG installs over 200 new transformers to enhance power supply – Energy Ministry

The Spokesperson for the Ministry of Energy, Richmond Rockson, has disclosed that over 200 Ghana-made transformers have been procured by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to improve electricity distribution across the country.

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5 d. ago See the areas that will be affected by ECG’s planned maintenance on July 10

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a scheduled maintenance exercise set to take place on Thursday, July 10, 2025, in parts of the Volta and Greater Accra regions.

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6 d. ago ECG deploys emergency teams to stabilise power supply in Obuasi

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has deployed two standby emergency teams, each made up of five engineers and technicians, to be stationed at the Obuasi Bulk Supply Point (BSP). This is coordinated response to recent power supply disruptions affecting Obuasi and surrounding communities. It follows an emergency technical meeting convened between ECG Ashanti Sub-Transmission […]

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6 d. ago Ghana’s electricity demand to rise to 4.7% in 2025 — Energy Outlook report

Ghana’s electricity consumption is on a steady rise, reflecting growing national energy needs driven by population growth, industrial activity, and expanding access to power. According to the Ghana Energy Outlook Report 2025, total electricity consumption as of November 2024 reached 22,410 GWh, marking a 4.6% increase over the same period in 2023. By the end […]

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6 d. ago GF Awards 2025: Nasco Ghana honours winners with premium gifts at exclusive presentations

Nasco Ghana, the nation’s leading electronics brand, cemented its commitment to celebrating Ghanaian football excellence by presenting state-of-the-art appliances to the 2025 Ghana Football Awards Home-Based Male and Female Players of the Year. In a heartfelt gesture, Nasco awarded Razak Simpson of Nations FC and Mary Berkoe of Police Ladies with a 65-inch 4K Smart […]

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1 week ago ECG assures stable power supply at KATH to improve healthcare delivery

The Electricity Company of Ghana has assured the Management of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) of stable power supply for enhanced healthcare delivery.

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1 week ago Malta Guinness ignites a movement with the launch of it We Move campaign

Something electric happened on Tuesday, July 1, at the Guinness Ghana premises — the official launch of Malta Guinness We Move, a bold new chapter that celebrates Ghana’s everyday go-getters.

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1 week ago Government rolling out robust measures to address ECG inefficiencies – Energy Minister

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has assured Parliament that the government is implementing far-reaching reforms aimed at addressing the operational inefficiencies of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

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1 week ago Energy Minister John Jinapor directs ECG to operate single account

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has disclosed that he has instructed the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to close all its existing accounts and operate a single consolidated account to enhance transparency and oversight.

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1 week ago See the areas that will be affected by ECG’s planned maintenance on July 3

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced that parts of the Greater Accra and Tema Regions will experience an interruption in power supply on Thursday, July 3, due to planned maintenance works. The exercise, according to ECG, is part of ongoing efforts to enhance service delivery and ensure a more stable power distribution system. […]

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1 week ago GRA sets July 16 for implementation of postponed Energy Sector Levy Amendment

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced that the implementation of the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141), will officially begin on July 16, 2025, following a temporary suspension last month.

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2 w. ago Ghana must clean up utility finances to win in regional power trade – Jabesh Amissah

Energy policy analyst and Managing Partner of Arthur Energy Advisors, Jabesh Amissah-Arthur, is concerned about Ghana’s preparedness, or lack thereof, for regional electricity trade under the West Africa Power Pool (WAPP).

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2 w. ago Wahu Mobility unveils “Hero App”, heralding a new era in Ghana’s e

Wahu Mobility, Ghana’s pioneering electric vehicle (EV) company, officially launched its flagship digital platform, the Wahu Hero App, at a vibrant event hosted at the British High Commissioner’s residence in Accra. The event brought together dignitaries, mobility stakeholders, and members of the rider community to celebrate a major step in Ghana’s transition to clean, tech-driven […]

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2 w. ago ECG needs tariff adjustment to stay afloat, says Majority Leader

The Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has defended the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) recent decision to raise electricity tariffs by 2.45%, describing the move as a necessary measure to prevent the collapse of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

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