The government has intensified efforts to stabilise and enhance electricity supply in Kumasi and its surrounding communities, following a high-level inspection of the AKSA-Anwomaso Power Plant, a 141-megawatt generation facility nearing full commissioning.
The working visit was led by the Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah, on behalf of the Minister, Hon. Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor.
The inspection forms part of broader initiatives under the government of President John Dramani Mahama to strengthen Ghana’s power infrastructure and prevent supply disruptions.
“The AKSA-Anwomaso project is a critical component of the government’s strategy to proactively address increasing electricity demand in the Ashanti Region and beyond.”
Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah, Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition
Engineers from AKSA Energy and the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) provided a detailed technical briefing on the integration process, explaining that the power plant is being connected to the grid in phases to guarantee system stability.
According to the technical teams, the facility is designed to generate a total of 141 megawatts, with a guaranteed minimum output of 120 megawatts.
At the time of the inspection, the first generating unit, with a capacity of 47 megawatts, had been completed but was yet to be connected to the grid.
Engineers from both AKSA and GRIDCo were actively on site, working to finalise the tie-in process and ensure that all technical and safety standards were met before synchronization.
Hon. Gyan-Mensah later confirmed, “the team has successfully commissioned and connected the first unit to the grid,” he announced, describing the development as a major step toward improving power supply reliability in Kumasi.
Full Capacity Expected Within Days
Following the successful connection of the first unit, the remaining two generating units are expected to be integrated into the national grid within a week.
According to the integration plan, one unit will be connected every two days, subject to the successful performance and stability of the preceding unit.
This phased approach, officials say, is designed to minimise risks to the transmission system while allowing engineers to closely monitor performance at each stage.
Once fully operational, the AKSA-Anwomaso Power Plant will add substantial capacity to the grid, easing pressure on existing generation sources and reducing the likelihood of outages during peak demand periods.
Energy sector analysts note that the addition of 141 megawatts is particularly significant for Kumasi, a major commercial and industrial hub where electricity demand has grown steadily in recent years due to population growth, urban expansion and industrial activity.
The Deputy Minister acknowledged that residents in parts of Greater Kumasi experienced temporary power interruptions during the critical tie-in phase of the project.
“I acknowledge the patience demonstrated by residents who experienced temporary power interruptions during the critical tie-in phase.”
Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah, Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition
He reassured the public that these short-term inconveniences would translate into long-term gains in power stability and reliability.
According to officials, careful planning and coordination between AKSA, GRIDCo and other sector agencies helped limit the duration and scope of the interruptions, ensuring that essential services were minimally affected.
Commitment to Reliable Power Supply
Reaffirming government’s commitment, the Deputy Minister assured residents of Kumasi and Ghanaians at large that efforts to expand generation capacity would continue.
He emphasised that reliable electricity supply is essential not only for households but also for industries, businesses and critical social services.
“I assured the good people of Greater Kumasi and Ghanaians that the government remains committed to proactively addressing rising electricity demand by consistently expanding generation capacity.”
Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah, Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition
He said, adding that the objective is to ensure that “every home, every industry, and every sector that depends on electricity will receive reliable power.”
He further noted that the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition will continue to collaborate closely with sector agencies, including GRIDCo and power producers, to sustain stable supply, particularly during the festive season and beyond.
The commissioning of the AKSA-Anwomaso Power Plant comes at a time when Ghana is pursuing a balanced energy mix while strengthening conventional generation to support economic growth.
With the first unit now connected and full capacity expected within days, the AKSA-Anwomaso facility represents a tangible step toward securing reliable power for Kumasi and reinforcing confidence in Ghana’s energy sector management.
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