The Commission says the upward review applies to all consumer categories, including lifeline, residential, and industrial users. However, water tariffs will remain unchanged for the third quarter of the year
Ghanaians will see a 2.45% increase in electricity tariffs beginning July 1, 2025, following a quarterly adjustment announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC).
The Commission says the upward review applies to all consumer categories, including lifeline, residential, and industrial users. However, water tariffs will remain unchanged for the third quarter of the year.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, June 25, the PURC explained that the decision stems from its Quarterly Tariff Review Mechanism, which factors in economic indicators such as the exchange rate, inflation, fuel costs, and the proportion of hydro and thermal power in the electricity mix.
The cedi currently trades at GHS10.31 to the US dollar, while inflation stands at a projected 20.67%. The generation mix remains heavily dependent on thermal sources, accounting for 71.2%, compared to 28.8% from hydro.
As a result, lifeline customers (0–30 kWh) will now pay 79.53 pesewas per kilowatt-hour, up from 77.63 pesewas. Residential users consuming over 300 kWh will see their rates rise to 238.09 pesewas, while non-residential and industrial users will also face marginal increases. Service charges, however, remain unchanged.
While electricity costs climb, PURC says the freeze on water tariffs is part of efforts to cushion consumers without compromising service quality.
The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and value for money, pledging to monitor utility providers to ensure reliable and efficient service delivery.
SOURCE: ASAASE RADIO