ECG Steps Up Infrastructure Investment to Deliver Reliable Power Nationwide
By Praisebell Rosemond Larbi
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has intensified investment in critical power infrastructure as part of sustained efforts to deliver reliable, safe and quality electricity supply across the country, amid rising demand and increasing pressure on the national grid.
The ongoing investment programme spans key components of the electricity distribution value chain, including bulk supply points, high-voltage transmission lines, primary substations, power transformers, distribution transformers, low-voltage networks, and customer metering systems. The upgrades are aimed at strengthening network capacity, reducing technical losses, and improving overall system efficiency.
Head of Public Relations for ECG Ashanti Sub-Transmission, Collins Manu, said the investments reflect the company’s commitment to supporting national development through dependable power supply.
“Our commitment is simple: to provide safe, reliable and quality electricity to support national development and meet the growing energy needs of the country,” Mr Manu stated.
He explained that Ghana’s expanding economy, rapid urbanisation, and growing industrial and commercial activity continue to place increased demand on the distribution network, making infrastructure reinforcement a strategic priority.
According to Mr Manu, ECG’s infrastructure drive is not limited to capacity expansion alone but also includes routine maintenance, system upgrades and network modernisation to enhance resilience and minimise outages.
“These upgrades are critical to strengthening the distribution network, improving system efficiency, and ensuring that ECG can respond effectively to the country’s growing energy demand,” he said.
He added that the investment focus aligns with the broader leadership vision of ECG Managing Director, Ing. Kwame Kpekpena, which prioritises reliability, customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Addressing recent power disturbances experienced in parts of the Ashanti Region, Mr Manu clarified that the outages were caused by upstream technical challenges outside ECG’s immediate distribution operations.
“The outage in Ashanti was due to upstream technical challenges, and ECG promptly liaised with relevant stakeholders to ensure swift restoration of power,” he explained.
He assured customers that ECG continues to work closely with key players across the power sector value chain to resolve such incidents quickly when they occur.
“We sincerely regret the inconvenience caused and appreciate the patience and understanding of our customers,” Mr Manu added.
ECG’s stepped-up investment comes at a time when reliable electricity supply is increasingly viewed as a critical enabler of industrial growth, private-sector expansion, job creation and digital transformation. Analysts note that sustained investment in distribution infrastructure is essential to reduce system losses, improve service delivery, and support Ghana’s long-term economic competitiveness.
As ECG deepens its infrastructure programme nationwide, the utility says it remains focused on balancing network expansion with maintenance discipline to ensure consistent power delivery to households, businesses and public institutions across the country.
