Gov’t secures 2,500 transformers to boost power reliability

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced the emergency procurement of 2,500 transformers as part of a nationwide effort to strengthen Ghana’s electricity distribution network and improve overall power reliability.

He explained that the intervention forms a critical component of a broader government programme aimed at expanding capacity within the grid, upgrading key substations, and reducing technical losses that have long affected efficiency in electricity delivery. According to him, the initiative is intended to provide immediate relief to overloaded sections of the network while longer-term infrastructure upgrades continue.

“As part of this effort, we are undertaking the emergency procurement of transformers to enable immediate injection of capacity into the network,” the Minister stated.

Dr. Jinapor further disclosed that significant upgrade works are currently underway in Accra, where multiple substations are being expanded to meet rising electricity demand. These include facilities located in Adenta, La, Teshie-Nungua, Nmai-Dzor, Baatsonaa, and Lashibi—areas that have experienced increasing pressure on distribution infrastructure due to rapid urban growth and rising consumption patterns.

He noted that these upgrades are expected to reduce localised outages, improve voltage stability, and enhance the reliability of supply for households and businesses in these communities. The expansion of substations is also aimed at ensuring that the network can better accommodate future demand growth.

In addition, the Minister highlighted similar ongoing works in Kumasi and surrounding communities in the Ashanti Region. These interventions include the reinforcement of distribution lines and system upgrades designed to support industrial expansion and commercial activity in one of Ghana’s key economic hubs.

“These investments are not short-term fixes, but part of a sustained and strategic effort to build a resilient, modern, and future-ready electricity distribution system,” Dr. Jinapor emphasised. He also assured the public that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) will improve communication and service delivery as the upgrades progress, helping consumers better understand planned outages and system maintenance activities.

The government maintains that these investments are essential for strengthening energy security, reducing system inefficiencies, and supporting Ghana’s long-term economic growth and industrialisation agenda.