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September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

David Asamoah Takes Over as Acting ECG MD

David Asamoah has been appointed as the acting Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), following the resignation of Samuel Dubik Mahama. Asamoah, who previously served as the Deputy Managing Director in charge of Commercial Services, will assume the

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

ECG Faces Financial Crisis: PURC Sounds Alarm to Presidency and Energy Minister

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has served notice that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) may be on the verge of bankruptcy due to severe financial difficulties. In a letter addressed to the Presidency, the Energy and Finance Ministers, and

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

ECG MD REFUTES CLAIMS OF OVERCHARGING CUSTOMERS AS IT REPLACES OBSOLETE METRES

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has dismissed allegations that the ongoing installation of new prepaid metres is an attempt to overcharge customers. According to the company, these new metres are designed to accurately reflect energy consumption levels, and customers should

August 14, 2024August 14, 2024

ECG Disconnects Kejetia Market Again Over GH¢7m Debt

The Kumasi City Market, also known as the New Kejetia Market, has been disconnected from the power grid by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) due to outstanding arrears of over GH¢7 million. Despite a previous agreement to clear the debt,

March 20, 2024March 20, 2024

Bolts, Nuts Thieves Collapse ECG Towers

EIGHT HIGH tension towers of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) at Ejisu, have, reportedly, fallen to the ground, causing fear and panic in the community. According to reports, the towers suddenly collapsed on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, sending shivers down

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024

Senior High Schools Owe ECG Over GH₵45m – Dubik Mahama

The Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Samuel Dubik Mahama, has revealed that Senior High Schools across the country collectively owe the company over GH₵45 million. He clarified that the recent disconnection of Accra Academy was part of

February 15, 2024February 15, 2024

ECG Blames 80% Of GHS1.9bn Losses On Cedi Depreciation

The Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Samuel Dubik Mahama, has attributed approximately 80 percent of the company's financial losses to the depreciation of the Ghanaian Cedi. According to the Auditor General’s report, state power distributors generated a

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024

ECG Goes After Defaulting Customers In “Operation No Free Consumption”

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has launched a two-week exercise across the country, dubbed “Operation No Free Consumption”. ECG staff will update customer details during the exercise, collect any arrears and disconnect customers who owe the company. ECG will use the Zeus mobile device to record details of all

January 29, 2024January 29, 2024

ECG Transitions Meter Application And Other Services Online Starting February 1

The Electricity Company of Ghana Limited (ECG), has announced a digital shift for services like new connections, separate meters, and additional loads. Starting February 1, 2024, these services will exclusively be available through the ECG Mobile App. This move aligns with