The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has implemented new tariff reductions for electricity and water services, effective April 1, 2026, offering relief to consumers nationwide.
Under the revised rates, electricity tariffs have been reduced by 4.81%, while water charges have been cut by 3.06% for the second quarter of the year. The Commission stated that the adjustments are part of its routine quarterly review mechanism aimed at reflecting changes in key economic and operational factors.
According to PURC, the tariff review considered variables such as the exchange rate between the Ghana cedi and the US dollar, inflation trends, fuel costs particularly natural gas and the electricity generation mix between hydro and thermal sources.
The Commission applied a projected exchange rate of GHS 11.19 to the US dollar, reflecting a decline from the previous quarter. Inflation also saw a significant drop, with a 3-month average of 4.17%, contributing to the downward adjustment in tariffs.
However, the cost of natural gas rose slightly, with the Weighted Average Cost of Gas increasing by 2.84%. Meanwhile, the hydro-thermal generation mix remained unchanged at approximately 21% hydro and 79% thermal.
PURC explained that the quarterly adjustments are necessary to maintain the financial viability of utility providers while balancing affordability for consumers.