The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced that the ongoing Kumasi-Anwomaso Transmission Line Upgrade Project is set to significantly boost electricity transmission capacity in Kumasi and the wider Ashanti Region. According to the Minister, the project will replace the existing 19-kilometre single-circuit transmission line with a modern double-circuit system capable of transmitting up to 978MVA of power, more than double the current 364MVA capacity.
Dr. Jinapor said the K1-K2 Project, which is in its final phase of construction, forms part of the government’s efforts to improve the reliability, stability and resilience of power supply to meet the growing industrial and residential electricity demand in the region. As part of the upgrade, GRIDCo will also replace one of the transformers at the Kumasi (Ahodwo) Substation, increasing its capacity from 66MVA to 145MVA to support the enhanced transmission network.
The Energy Minister urged residents and businesses to be prepared for temporary power interruptions expected from Monday, July 20, explaining that the disruptions are necessary to complete the final phase of construction. He noted that the project will strengthen the electricity network and support the long-term growth and development of Kumasi and the Ashanti Region.