The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has called on Ghanaians to remain calm following the Electricity Company of Ghana’s (ECG) proposal for a 228% increase in electricity tariffs.
Speaking to journalists at the launch of the Ghana Energy Awards, Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan-Mensah, clarified that the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) not ECG is the sole authority mandated to approve and set electricity tariffs.
Mr. Gyan-Mensah acknowledged that ECG’s proposal aligns with conditions under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) programme, which includes reforms in Ghana’s energy sector. However, he stressed that the final tariff decision by PURC would take into account the prevailing economic conditions to avoid overburdening consumers.
“ECG doesn’t set tariffs; that responsibility lies with the PURC. As part of the stakeholder engagement process, ECG and other utility providers are required to submit proposals. It is the PURC that decides on the final rate,” he explained.
The Deputy Minister expressed optimism that the eventual tariff adjustment would balance cost recovery for utilities with affordability for consumers. He added that government remains committed to reducing electricity costs in the medium to long term through increased investment in renewable energy.“I am very hopeful that the PURC will approve a tariff that reflects costs but is considerate of the current economic situation,” he assured.
On September 9, 2025, ECG submitted its proposal to the PURC, seeking a 228% increase in its Distribution Service Charge (DSC1) from GHp19.0384/kWh to GHp61.8028/kWh for the period 2025–2029. The utility company, which supplies electricity to more than 73% of Ghana’s population and serves 4.87 million customers, argued that the steep adjustment is necessary to avert financial collapse and maintain reliable power supply