"Electricity tariffs to increase by 2.45% effective July 1 — PURC announces

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a 2.45% upward adjustment in electricity tariffs for all consumer categories, effective July 1, 2025.

This increment, part of the Commission’s quarterly review, affects residential, non-residential, and special load tariff (SLT) customers.

In a statement released on June 25, the PURC explained that the review was driven by key macroeconomic indicators, including a projected inflation rate of 20.67%, an exchange rate of GHS10.3052 to the US dollar, and a rise in the weighted average cost of gas (WACoG) to USD 7.7134 per 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 said.

The review also accounted for GHS488 million in outstanding revenues from previous quarters and the cost of maintaining reserve capacity to ensure grid stability.

The energy generation mix for the third quarter remains unchanged, with 28.8% from hydro sources and 71.2% from thermal sources.

Key Tariff Adjustments:

Lifeline customers (0–30kWh): from GHp77.63 to GHp79.53 per kWh

Residential (0–300kWh): GHp180.19 per kWh

Non-residential (301+kWh): GHp202.17 per kWh

High Voltage Mines: from GHp495.93 to GHp508.09 per kWh

The PURC emphasized that these adjustments are necessary to sustain utility services and ensure a stable power supply. Consumers have been advised to take note of the new rates and plan accordingly.

Meanwhile, water tariffs will remain unchanged for the third quarter of 2025, despite similar economic pressures.

The PURC indicated that current water rates are still sustainable, offering some relief to consumers amidst rising living costs.

Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith