The minister of energy and green transition Dr John Jinapor has delivered the keynote address at the ongoing Powering Africa Summit 2026 at a truly critical moment, amid ongoing global energy shocks. The minister spoke candidly about the real impact of rising oil prices on African households and economies, and the urgent need to secure...
Day: March 20, 2026
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COMAC Stresses Consumer Protection as Ghana’s Fuel Demand Surges
The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has underscored the growing importance of consumer protection in Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector, as fuel consumption continues to rise significantly. Speaking at an event by the National Petroleum Authority NPA, to mark World Consumer Rights Day, CEO of COMAC Dr Riverson Oppong expressed appreciation to the National Petroleum...
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NPA Boss Tameklo Reaffirms Commitment to Consumer Protection at 2026 World Consumer Rights Day
The Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo Esq., has reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to consumer protection at the 2026 World Consumer Rights Day celebration held on 19th March 2026 at the NPA Conference Room. The event, under the theme “Safe Products, Confident Consumers in Ghana’s Downstream Petroleum Sector,” brought together...
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Oil Prices Could Hit $150 If War Persists
il prices could hit $150 per barrel or more if the ongoing Middle East conflict persists through the end of March, according to energy intelligence firm Kpler. The warning comes as hostilities escalate, with Iran intensifying attacks on critical energy infrastructure across the region, raising fears of a prolonged supply disruption that could shake global...
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Gov’t to publish GH₵1 fuel levy proceeds by end of March – Energy Ministry
The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition says the government will disclose how much has been generated from the GH₵1 fuel levy and how the funds have been utilised by the end of March.Spokesperson and Head of Communications at the Ministry, Richmond Rockson, said details on accruals from the Energy Sector Levy Act (ESLA) will...
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TOR CEO Joins SIGA Stakeholder Conference as Government Reaffirms SOE Reforms
The Chief Executive Officer of the Tema Oil Refinery, Edmund Kombat, has participated in the 2026 Stakeholder Conference organised by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), where government reiterated its commitment to strengthening the performance and accountability of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs). The conference, led by Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, formed part of efforts...
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Clean Energy Chamber Welcomes Dedicated EV Charging Tariff, Calls for Continued Review to Support EV Adoption
The Ghana Chamber of Clean Energy (GCCE) has welcomed the introduction by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) of a dedicated electricity tariff for public electric vehicle (EV) charging for the first time in Ghana. The approved tariff of GH¢2.016 per kWh, effective April 1, represents an important regulatory step toward establishing a clearer framework...