Ghanaians are set to face a 14.75% increase in electricity tariffs beginning May 3, 2025, as the government seeks to stabilize the country’s energy sector.
The adjustment, announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), is part of broader efforts to address critical financial and operational challenges in the power supply system.
The new pricing structure is expected to generate much-needed revenue to support the sector’s ongoing reforms and infrastructural development.
At a regional ministerial meeting in Accra focused on the West African Gas Pipeline Project, the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, acknowledged the difficult nature of the move but emphasized its necessity for maintaining a reliable and sustainable electricity supply.
The minister appealed to citizens to understand the long-term importance of such adjustments in ensuring stable power, especially as the country pushes forward with its economic and industrial goals.
The tariff review has already sparked public concern, with many households and businesses expected to feel the impact almost immediately. However, authorities insist that the hike is a crucial step toward strengthening the energy sector and avoiding frequent disruptions in service.
