The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a 2.45% increase in electricity tariffs for all consumer categories, effective July 1, 2025. This adjustment comes as part of the commission’s quarterly review aimed at sustaining power providers and ensuring a reliable electricity supply.
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The new rates apply to residential, non-residential, and special load tariff (SLT) customers. PURC cited inflation, exchange rate volatility, and rising fuel costs as the primary factors influencing the upward adjustment.
According to the Commission, the decision was based on an average projected inflation rate of 20.67%, a GHS10.3052 exchange rate to the US dollar, and an increase in the weighted average cost of gas (WACoG) to USD 7.7134/MMBtu.
“The Commission has carefully analyzed current economic conditions and the operational challenges of utility providers. To maintain grid stability and preserve service quality, we have approved a modest 2.45% upward adjustment in electricity tariffs,” the PURC stated.
Despite increasing electricity tariffs, the PURC opted to keep water tariffs unchanged for the third quarter of 2025. It explained that current water rates remain sustainable and do not warrant a price review at this time.
- Electricity Tariff Highlights (from July 1, 2025):
- Lifeline consumers (0–30kWh): GHp77.63 → GHp79.53 per kWh
- Residential (0–300kWh): GHp180.19 per kWh
- Non-residential (301+kWh): GHp202.17 per kWh
- High Voltage Mines: GHp495.93 → GHp508.09 per kWh
The Commission also noted that the generation mix for the third quarter remains unchanged, with 28.8% from hydro and 71.2% from thermal sources. PURC considered GHS488 million in outstanding revenues and the costs associated with maintaining grid reserve capacity in its decision.
Consumers are encouraged to take note of the changes and adjust their usage accordingly.
