Tag: PURC

“The Commission is seriously concerned about the frequent power outages being experienced in some regions.

Manhyia South Member of Parliament, Hon. Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has renewed his call for PURC to suspend recent electricity tariff adjustments, citing ongoing irregular power supply as grounds for ...

According to data presented by the Ministry of Finance and the 2024 budget report, ECG's losses have reached critical levels.

“Of the total complaints, 397 – accounting for 94.1% – were directed at ECG, while 25 complaints or 5.9% were made against GWL.”

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has intensified efforts to modernize oversight and ensure efficient electricity distribution, with a particular focus on deepening collaboration with the Electricity Company of Ghana ...

The Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) has slammed the recent utility tariff hikes, blaming them on deep-seated inefficiencies and mismanagement within the country’s public utility sector. According to the ...

The tariff adjustments are part of the Commission’s quarterly review process aimed at ensuring the financial viability of utility providers.

The think tank insisted that before any tariff adjustments are considered, there must be a rigorous national debate and a thorough examination of the electricity distribution system.

The PURC has made significant progress in resolving consumer complaints related to electricity and water services.

The implementation of the cash waterfall mechanism, intended to streamline revenue distribution in Ghana’s power sector, was expected to bring about a more equitable allocation of funds. However, according to ...