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PURC Orders ECG To Submit Load Management Schedule By April 2
19 Mar

PURC Orders ECG To Submit Load Management Schedule By April 2

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The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has instructed the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to submit a comprehensive load management timetable by April 2, 2024, in response to ongoing challenges with internet connectivity and power supply disruptions affecting Ghanaians. Despite recent electricity interruptions, ECG has asserted that no load-shedding timetable is currently required. However, the company has identified 630 overloaded transformers during peak hours as a key factor contributing to the crisis, indicating a surge in electricity demand exceeding the transformers' full capacity. In an order dated Monday, March 18, 2024, PURC mandated ECG to provide detailed information, including ratings…
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ECG Gives 91 Hospitals 72 Hours To Settle Debts
13 Mar

ECG Gives 91 Hospitals 72 Hours To Settle Debts

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The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has taken a stance against hospitals with outstanding bills. They have issued demand notice and threatened disconnection from the national grid if payments are not done within 72 hours. A total of 91 health facilities across the country owe ECG, with a combined outstanding amount totaling GH¢261 million. Among the notable hospitals facing potential disconnection are the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, the 37 Military Hospital, Ridge Hospital in the Greater Accra region, Komfo Anokye and Manhyia Government Hospitals in the Ashanti region, Ho Teaching Hospital in the Volta region, and Kyebi Government Hospital in…
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ECG Attributes ‘Dumsor’ To Blown Fuses In Overloaded Transformers
12 Mar

ECG Attributes ‘Dumsor’ To Blown Fuses In Overloaded Transformers

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The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has indicated that the recurring power outages, known as 'dumsor,' experienced during the peak hours of 7 pm-11 pm, could be attributed to blown fuses in transformers. According to ECG, 630 distribution transformers in various communities across their operational areas are currently operating at full capacity due to increased demand. This situation may lead to blown fuses and damaged conductors, resulting in power outages, especially during the peak load period. ECG reassured customers that they are actively upgrading transformers and implementing new projects to alleviate the strain and ensure a more reliable power supply.…
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ECG Warns Of More Power Outages During 7Pm To 11Pm
12 Mar

ECG Warns Of More Power Outages During 7Pm To 11Pm

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The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has cautioned the general public to expect more power outages during peak hours (7pm to 11pm). In a social media post, ECG explained that so far, 630 distribution transformers within communities across its operational areas have been identified to be full to capacity due to increased power demand. That, it said, may result in blown fuses and broken conductors causing outages, especially during the peak load period (7pm - 11pm) in the affected areas. “However, we wish to assure our customers that transformer upgrading, and new projects are on-going to relieve these transformers to…
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Yilo Krobo District Hospital Risks Disconnection Over GH¢1.3M Debt Owed ECG
23 Feb

Yilo Krobo District Hospital Risks Disconnection Over GH¢1.3M Debt Owed ECG

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The Yilo Krobo District Hospital in the Eastern Region is facing the imminent threat of being disconnected from the national grid. This is due to a significant debt of GH¢1.3 million owed to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). The Tema Regional Public Relations Officer for ECG, Sakyiwaa Mensah, revealed that the hospital has not taken any steps to settle the outstanding debt since 2022. In an interview with Citi News, Mrs. Mensah urged the management of the hospital to address the issue promptly to avoid disconnection. “As part of our ongoing efforts to collect revenue, we have notified the…
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Fraud Alert: ECG Cautions Clients Against MoMo Fraudsters
22 Feb

Fraud Alert: ECG Cautions Clients Against MoMo Fraudsters

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The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has advised clients to only transact business with the power distribution company through its PowerApp and offices. Speaking to JoyNews, the Volta Regional General Manager of ECG, Ms. Christina Jatoe-Kaleo explained that, her outfit does not operate a mobile money account. She therefore entreated customers not to give audience to people who would ask them to send money to ECG mobile money account to access ECG services. Source: Adomonline
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Free SHS Secretariat Forwards GH¢5M To Schools For Electricity Bills
22 Feb

Free SHS Secretariat Forwards GH¢5M To Schools For Electricity Bills

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The Free Senior High School (SHS) Secretariat is forwarding GH¢5 million to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to defray part of the indebtedness of second-cycle schools. The move is to prevent the ECG from taking further action against schools that are owing. For a permanent solution, the secretariat has scheduled a meeting with the ECG to look at the total indebtedness of SHSs in areas the ECG covers. The Director of Communication of the ECG, William Boateng, made this known to the Daily Graphic in Accra yesterday. Meeting The Free SHS Secretariat has   requested a meeting with the…
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Senior High Schools Owe ECG Over GH₵45M – ECG Boss
21 Feb

Senior High Schools Owe ECG Over GH₵45M – ECG Boss

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The Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Samuel Dubik Mahama, has disclosed that Senior High Schools across the country owe over GH₵45 million to the company. He clarified that the recent disconnection of Accra Academy was part of a broader nationwide effort to retrieve overdue payments. Mr. Dubik Mahama expressed concern about the mounting debt and stressed the need for prompt action to tackle the issue. “In the present scenario, the accumulated bill from schools amounts to almost GHC45 million in arrears. When considering all accounts nationwide, our total debt stock should be around GH₵2.5 billion based…
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ECG Targets Ministry Of Finance Over GHC1M Debt
21 Feb

ECG Targets Ministry Of Finance Over GHC1M Debt

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The Ministry of Finance is set to be disconnected from the national grid over a GHc1 million electricity debt. For the past ten months, the ministry has consumed power without paying the monthly bills, resulting in an accumulation of GHC1,025,918.00. Additionally, the ministry has failed to release funds to various municipal and district assemblies to settle their debts. According to sources within ECG, the issue must be addressed at its root, leading to their decision to disconnect the finance ministry to send the right signal to authorities. Citi News has learned that a team from the ECG is expected to…
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Parliament Faces Potential Power Disconnection Over GH₵23M ECG Debt
20 Feb

Parliament Faces Potential Power Disconnection Over GH₵23M ECG Debt

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The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is considering disconnecting power supply to the Parliament of Ghana on Wednesday, February 21, due to an outstanding debt exceeding GH₵23 million. This potential action is part of the ongoing “Operation Zero Balance” initiative which aims to recover unpaid debts from various customers. The inclusion of Parliament among the disconnection targets raises eyebrows due to its critical role in national governance. Sources indicate that the accumulated debt poses a significant hurdle for ECG’s operations and hampers its ability to meet the demands of power producers. This potential move follows a similar disconnection at Accra…
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