NEWS

SOLUTION FOR RESOLVING SEVERE ELECTRICITY PROBLEMS IN SOME PARTS OF GHANA

Written by Awaaff 20th May, 2025

1. Identified Problem Areas

Accra (North Legon, McCarthy Hill): Frequent power outages disrupting households and businesses, with residents reporting up to 4 days of instability .
Tema Industrial Hub: Gas supply shortages at the Tema Power Plant create a 550 MW deficit, affecting industries and urban areas .
Kumasi: Social media reports highlight prolonged outages, impacting commercial activities .
Rural Northern Regions: Only 60% electrification rate, with clinics struggling to refrigerate medicines and schools lacking reliable power .
Western Region (Aboadze Thermal Plants): Emissions from fossil-fuel plants cause acid rain, damaging crops and ecosystems .

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