The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has appealed to the public to remain calm amidst the proposal of a 228% tariff increase by the Electricity Company of Ghana.

Addressing the media on the sidelines of the launch of the Ghana Energy Awards, Deputy Energy Minister, Richard Gyan-Mensah explained that the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) remains the final body empowered to set the tariffs.

Although Mr. Gyan-Mensah agrees that the proposed 228% tariff increment by the Electricity Company of Ghana is in line with the International Monetary Fund conditions aimed at the energy sector reforms, he is of the view that the PURC will approve a rate which is reflective of the current economic condition

 “ECG doesn’t set tariff, it is the PURC. As part of the stakeholder engagement, ECG has to come out with its proposal so it is in accordance with the procedure. ECG is a stakeholder just as all utility agencies,” he said.

Gyan-Mensah was optimistic that the final tariff will not burden Ghanaians. He further assured that the ministry remains committed to ensuring affordable tariffs with the introduction of renewable energy supply.

“I am very hopeful that the PURC will come out with a tariff that is reflective to the cost and that is considerate of the current economic situation as well.”

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) for a steep 228% increase in its Distribution Service Charge (DSC1) on Monday, 9 September, 2025.

The power company says the huge rise is necessary to avert financial collapse and ensure a reliable power supply. The proposed new charge would see the DSC1 rise from its current GHp19.0384/kWh to GHp61.8028/kWh for the period 2025–2029.

The company, which serves over 73% of Ghana’s population and 4.87 million customers, argues that the current tariff is unsustainable.