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ASHANTI

ECG Announces Planned Maintenance, Power Outages Expected in Various Regions

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has scheduled planned maintenance works across several regions from March 11-12, 2025, which will result in temporary power outages in certain areas. This maintenance is aimed at improving service delivery.Affected Areas and Timelines:Tuesday, March 11, 2025:Volta Region: Power will be cut in Tsito and surrounding areas from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.Ashanti Region:9:00 am to 5:00 pm: Areas including Darko, Bebu, Ampabame No.2, Trede, Sabin Akroform, and parts of Pakyi No.2.9:00 am to 6:00 pm: Second phase maintenance affecting Atwima Agogo, Abuakwa, Mankranso, Kunsu, Sepaase, Nkawie, Afari, Abakomade, Kasapreko, Nerebehi, and surrounding areas.Wednesday, March 12, 2025:Greater Accra Region: Power will be interrupted from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm in Pokuase Pharmacy, Ayawaso, Nii Ayi, Odumase, Amanfrom, Nsakina, Agbogba, Pantang Royal, and nearby areas.Tema Region: Maintenance will take place from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, […]

Edem 4Style March 12, 2025

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OTI

Bushfires Ravage 78 High-Tension Poles in Volta and Oti Regions.

Since the beginning of 2025, bushfires have destroyed 78 high-tension electricity poles across 11 districts in Ghana's Volta and Oti regions, causing widespread power outages in several communities. Key affected areas include Ho, Hohoe, Ketu South, and Keta, as well as parts of Dambai, Kpeve, Sogakope, and Jasikan. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has reported the destruction, estimating that replacing the poles will cost approximately GH₵686,346.Christine Jatoe-Kaleo, ECG's General Manager for Volta and Oti regions, shared that last year, 69 poles were lost to similar fires. The cause of these bushfires has largely been attributed to nomadic herdsmen, local farmers clearing land, and hunters. The destruction has left some communities in total darkness and posed safety risks due to fallen power cables.In response, the ECG has launched a public education campaign aimed at reducing bushfires, with initial efforts in […]

Edem 4Style January 28, 2025

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NORTH EAST

Bushfires in Northern Ghana: A Threat to Power Supply and Safety.

Bushfires have become a persistent threat in northern Ghana, causing significant damage to electricity infrastructure. These fires, often sparked by hunters in search of bushmeat, have destroyed numerous electricity poles, leading to prolonged power outages in rural communities. The Kpandai district has been particularly affected, with downed poles leaving residents in darkness for days.The destruction has far-reaching consequences, disrupting businesses, healthcare, and education while increasing unplanned maintenance costs for the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo). Public safety risks also rise as damaged wires hang dangerously close to the ground.NEDCo’s Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Alaasan Abaaba, highlighted the economic and social toll, urging Ghanaians to share responsibility in protecting infrastructure. Similarly, the Northern Regional Fire Service called for collective efforts to curb bushfires and safeguard lives and property.

Edem 4Style January 25, 2025

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EASTERN

Power Crisis Looms as Sunon Asogli Suspends Operations.

Ghana faces the possibility of a renewed power crisis, with Sunon Asogli Power, one of the country's largest power producers, suspending its operations due to a shortage of natural gas. This shutdown threatens the country's already fragile power grid, with the potential for widespread "dumsor" (load shedding). The energy sector is on edge as authorities scramble to secure alternative energy sources and ensure that businesses and households do not experience long-term outages.

Edem 4Style October 17, 2024

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