The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) announced planned maintenance. This will cause power outages in Accra East and Accra West. The outages are scheduled for Monday, May 25, 2026. Each exercise will last eight hours. It starts at 9:00 am and ends at 5:00 pm.
The ECG is working to fix recent network faults. These faults caused blackouts over the weekend. Communities in Tema and Accra West were affected. Engineers continue to battle these technical challenges. The company seeks to ensure the reliability of the power network.
This maintenance fits into the broader picture of Ghana's energy infrastructure improvements. ECG has been investing heavily in upgrades. For example, ECG injected GHS 3 million into power upgrades for 40 Accra communities previously. There are also efforts to improve supply in Greater Kumasi and Ashanti. The ECG's operations are vital for economic activity. Reliable power is essential for businesses and households.
The ECG issued public notices about the planned outages. They also apologized for the inconvenience. "Engineers are working diligently to resolve all network issues," the company stated. They added that "planned exercises are necessary to ensure the long-term robustness of the power network." The company reassures the public of its commitment to service delivery.
These planned exercises signal the ECG's proactive approach to network stability. The public should prepare for eight hours without electricity in affected zones. They should also monitor ECG's official communications for any updates. The ongoing efforts highlight the challenges in maintaining a complex power grid. Future investments will be crucial for consistent power supply across Ghana.