Utility consumers across Ghana will see reduced electricity and water bills beginning today, April 1, following a tariff cut announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC). The Commission confirmed that electricity tariffs have been lowered by 4.81 percent, while water charges have been reduced by 3.06 percent for the second quarter of the year. In its statement, PURC explained that the adjustments take immediate effect as part of its routine quarterly tariff review.
The review, it noted, reflects recent economic developments, including fluctuations in the exchange rate between the Ghana cedi and the US dollar, domestic inflation trends, the energy generation mix, and fuel costs—particularly natural gas used in thermal power production.
The PURC emphasized that the tariff adjustments align with its mandate to ensure utility pricing remains responsive to prevailing economic conditions. In addition, to advance Ghana’s transition toward cleaner energy, the Commission has introduced a dedicated tariff regime for commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) charging.
This marks the first implementation of such a pricing structure in the country, representing a significant step in promoting the adoption of green energy solutions.
Source: Joy Business
