The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a 2.45% increase in electricity tariffs across all customer categories, effective 1st July 2025, as part of its quarterly review mechanism.

The tariff adjustment, which applies to residential, non-residential, and special load tariff (SLT) customers, is based on a detailed analysis of macroeconomic and operational factors, including inflation, exchange rate fluctuations, and rising fuel costs.

According to a statement issued by the Commission, the upward review is necessary to sustain utility service providers and ensure a reliable electricity supply.

The adjustment takes into account a projected average inflation rate of 20.67%, a Ghana Cedi to US Dollar exchange rate of GHS10.3052, and an increase in the weighted average cost of gas (WACoG) to USD 7.7134/MMBtu.

“The Commission has carefully analysed the existing parameters and, considering the competitiveness of industries and the general living conditions of Ghanaians, has approved a 2.45% increase in electricity tariffs across board and 0% increment in water tariffs,” the statement noted.

The third quarter’s generation mix remains unchanged, with 28.8% from hydro sources and 71.2% from thermal sources. The Commission also factored in GHS488 million in outstanding revenues from previous quarters, as well as the cost implications of maintaining reserve capacity to ensure grid stability.

Summary of Key Adjustments:

• Lifeline customers (0–30kWh): tariff increases from GHp77.63/kWh to GHp79.53/kWh
• Residential users (0–300kWh): new tariff at GHp180.19/kWh
• Non-residential users (301+kWh): adjusted to GHp202.17/kWh
• High Voltage Mines customers: now GHp508.09/kWh, up from GHp495.93

The Commission underscored that these quarterly reviews are not arbitrary but are a necessary measure to maintain the real value of tariffs in the face of economic pressures and to uphold the financial health of utility service providers.

Consumers have been urged to note the new tariffs and plan accordingly as the adjustment takes effect next month.

Meanwhile, the PURC has confirmed that water tariffs will remain unchanged for the third quarter of 2025, maintaining a 0.00% adjustment rate.

Despite pressures similar to those influencing electricity tariffs, the PURC concluded that current water rates are sustainable for now, offering relief to consumers already grappling with broader economic challenges.