Electricity tariffs will go up by a 2.45 percentage increase across all customer categories, effective 1st July 2025, the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) announced on Wednesday in a statement as part of its quarterly review mechanism.
According to the PURC, 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.
The Commission observed that 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,” said the statement.
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.
Find below key adjustment in the new tariff:
- 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.
The Utility regulator observed that the current water rates are sustainable for now, offering relief to consumers already grappling with broader economic difficulties. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
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