84 m. ago New tariff adjustment ignores macroeconomic reality, says ECG Economist

Energy Economist with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ebenezer Baiden, says the latest tariff adjustment fails to consider the very macroeconomic indicators that normally guide quarterly reviews.

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1 hour ago New water tariff only covers GWCL survival needs – PURC explains 15.92% approval decision

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) says the latest water tariff adjustment only covers the most basic survival needs of Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL).

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2 h. ago Galamsey costs, low tariffs make 24/7 water supply unrealistic – GWCL PRO

Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) says the combination of galamsey-driven costs and inadequate tariff adjustments will make it impossible to close the widening gap between demand and supply.

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3 h. ago We’ll try to keep taps running, but not 24/7 – GWCL on new 15.92% approved tariff 

The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) says it will keep working to maintain water flow across the country, but Ghanaians should not expect round-the-clock supply under the current tariff regime.

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3 h. ago We’ll do our best to keep the lights on – ECG assures despite tariff shortfalls

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) says it will continue to do everything possible to keep the lights on, even though the latest tariff adjustment falls short of what the company believes is needed to sustain its operations.

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6 h. ago We’ll work with what we have to please our customers – ECG assures after tariff cutback

Energy Economist at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ebenezer Baiden, says the company will “work with what we have” to keep the power system running and satisfy customers.

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16 h. ago Access Bank wraps up ‘Fa Ketewa Bɛgyɛ Kɛseɛ’ promo with major customer rewards

Access Bank Ghana has brought its six-month nationwide savings campaign, Fa Ketewa Bɛgyɛ Kɛseɛ, to a close, marking the end of the promotion with a grand draw at its head office in Accra.

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18 h. ago Elder Emmanuel Arthur Encourages Believers with Three Uplifting Releases — “Okura Yen,” “Mekra Hyira Awurade,” and “Son of Man.”

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/elder-emmanuel-arthur-encourages-believers-with-three-uplifting-releases-okura-yen-mekra-hyira-awurade-and-son-of-man/In a year filled with challenges and transitions, renowned music minister of The Church of Pentecost, Elder Emmanuel Arthur, brings assurance, hope, and divine comfort through three powerful new releases: “Okura Yen (He Upholds Us),” “Mekra Hyira Awurade (Bless The Lord),” and “Son of Man (Onipa Ba).” Each song carries its own unique message of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/elder-emmanuel-arthur-encourages-believers-with-three-uplifting-releases-okura-yen-mekra-hyira-awurade-and-son-of-man/

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20 h. ago Energy Ministry says PURC’s 9% tariff increase needed to protect utilities and fund power investments

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has defended the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) recent decision to raise electricity tariffs by 9% effective January 2026, amid concerns raised by the Trades Union Congress (TUC).

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21 h. ago Energy Ministry hits back at Minority, says 9% tariff hike modest compared to their 27%

The Spokesperson and Director of Communication for the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Richmond Rockson, has fired back at criticisms from the Minority in Parliament over the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) announcement of a 9% electricity tariff increase effective January 2026.

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23 h. ago TUC slams PURC over ‘premature’ and ‘disrespectful’ tariff announcement

Vice Chair of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Dr Ken Tweneboa Kodua, has taken strong exception to the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) decision to announce new electricity and water tariffs without concluding discussions with organised labour.

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27 h. ago Trump gives Nvidia green light to sell advanced AI chips to China

US President Donald Trump has announced that he will allow AI chip giant Nvidia to sell its advanced H200 chips to "approved customers" in China.

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35 h. ago Utility tariff hikes too sensitive to ignore – Labour consultant demands stakeholder dialogue

Labour Consultant Austin Gamey has strongly urged the government to immediately adopt a proactive approach to the standoff with the Trades Union Congress (TUC) over the recent water and electricity tariff increments.

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37 h. ago Parliament Opposition Slams Utility Tariff Hikes as Consumer Punishment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/parliament-opposition-slams-utility-tariff-hikes-as-consumer-punishment/Parliament’s Minority Caucus has demanded immediate withdrawal of new electricity and water tariff increases, describing them as unfair punishment for utility company failures. The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) announced increases of 9.86 percent for electricity and 15.92 percent for water, effective January 1, 2026. George Kwame Aboagye, Ranking Member on Parliament’s Energy Committee, told […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/parliament-opposition-slams-utility-tariff-hikes-as-consumer-punishment/

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37 h. ago Ghanaians Reject Utility Tariff Increases Amid Mismanagement Claims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-reject-utility-tariff-increases-amid-mismanagement-claims/Ghanaians are pushing back against new utility tariff increases set to take effect January 1, 2026, arguing that consumers should not shoulder the burden of chronic inefficiencies at state utilities. The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) announced electricity rates will rise by approximately 9.8 percent, while water tariffs will jump by about 15.9 percent. George […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-reject-utility-tariff-increases-amid-mismanagement-claims/

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37 h. ago We’ll resist any tariff increase that will erode the meagre 9% wage adjustment – TUC

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has issued a strong warning to government, declaring that it will resist any utility tariff that will erode the meagre 9 percent wage adjustment secured for workers in 2026.

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38 h. ago Suspend announced tariff increase and engage – TUC tells gov’t

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has called on government to immediately suspend the recently announced increases in electricity and water tariffs, insisting that the increments are unfair, untimely, and violate the principles of social partnership agreed between labour and the state.

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39 h. ago Star Oil launches fuel now, pay later scheme using Ghanacard and credit scoring system

Star Oil has unveiled a new initiative that allows commercial drivers to buy fuel on credit using their Ghanacard and an individualised credit scoring system, offering much-needed financial relief to thousands of drivers across the country. The concept, dubbed Fuel Now, Pay Later, was announced in a Facebook post by Star Oil, following weeks of anticipation among its customers.

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40 h. ago Tariff hikes are not reforms but punishment – Minority slams gov’t

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has vehemently opposed the recent utility tariff hikes, demanding an immediate reversal and labelling the policy as a "symptom of failed leadership" rather than a genuine reform measure.

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40 h. ago Reverse electricity and water tariff hike immediately – Minority descends on gov’t

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has issued a staunch demand for the government to immediately halt and reverse the recent increases in water and electricity tariffs, vowing to use every parliamentary tool to challenge the decision.

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