The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced plans to replace and upgrade key transformers in parts of Accra in a move aimed at improving the reliability of power supply.
The exercise, approved by the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, is expected to reinforce electricity infrastructure in rapidly developing communities.
In a statement dated March 27, ECG explained that the project will cover twelve transformers across six primary substations located in Adenta, La, Teshie-Nungua, Nmai-Dzor, Baatsonaa, and Lashibi.
The company noted that the transformers will be upgraded from 20/26 MVA to 30/39 MVA, a change designed to improve load capacity and reduce the risk of system overloads.
“The intervention forms part of ongoing efforts to enhance the reliability, stability, and capacity of electricity supply across the country,” ECG stated, adding that the upgrade is essential to meeting rising demand in these areas.
ECG indicated that the first phase of the work is scheduled to begin on April 8 and end on April 10. The process will involve short, planned power outages in the affected communities to ensure safety and allow engineers to carry out the upgrades effectively.
“A detailed schedule outlining the planned activities, expected durations, outage periods, and the specific communities to be impacted will be made available through ECG’s official communication channels,” the statement said.
The company assured customers that steps would be taken to limit the inconvenience caused by the outages and encouraged residents and businesses to prepare ahead of time.
“This upgrade programme represents a critical step toward strengthening infrastructure, improving system resilience, and delivering a more reliable and efficient electricity service to all customers,” ECG added, while thanking the public for its understanding and cooperation.
Read the full statement below:
