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Ministry of Energy and Green Transition

Ghanaian government ministry directing energy policy, renewable transitions, and crude oil production strategies.

2026-04-242026-06-15
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  1. April 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has admitted that full restoration of power generation at the Akosombo Dam could take up to five days following the fire, as engineers work to stabilise affected systems and restore normal operations. …

    Ashanti ECG leadership hit by major shake-up amid intermittent power cuts

  3. Joy Online

    The Spokesperson and Communications Director at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Richmond Rockson, has announced that the Ministry is installing 3,000 new transformers as part of efforts to strengthen electricity distribution across the country. …

    Energy Ministry installing new 3,000 transformers – Richmond Rockson

  4. Joy Online

    The Spokesperson and Communications Director at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Richmond Rockson, has stated that the December 2024 “dumsor” experienced under the former Akufo-Addo government was mainly a generation-related challenge. …

    December 2024 “dumsor” was a generation issue – Energy Ministry Spokesperson

  5. Joy Online

    The Spokesperson and Communications Director at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Richmond Rockson, has said that critical investments needed to strengthen Ghana’s energy infrastructure were not sufficiently made during the erstwhile Akufo-Addo government. …

    Investment gaps under erstwhile government affected energy sector – Richmond Rockson

  6. The Ghanaian Times

    … Additionally, he highlighted the role of social media platforms, including a temporary WhatsApp account being developed by the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, in helping customers report power outages. …

    ECG denies claims of overcharging for power
Mining & Energy

ASEC calls for infrastructure reforms after Akosombo Substation fire

The News

The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre has urged sweeping reforms in Ghana's electricity transmission infrastructure following an investigation into the Akosombo Substation fire, which was attributed to insulation failure caused by ageing infrastructure. ASEC called for strengthened maintenance practices, improved fire protection systems, and implementation of regular thermal imaging inspections across major substations.

Why it matters

Africa Sustainable Energy Centre calls for sweeping electricity infrastructure reforms following Akosombo fire, urging strengthened maintenance and thermal imaging across major substations nationwide.

12 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 12 June

  1. ASEC calls for infrastructure reforms after Akosombo Substation fire

    The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre has urged sweeping reforms in Ghana's electricity transmission infrastructure following an investigation into the Akosombo Substation fire, which was attributed to insulation failure caused by ageing infrastructure. ASEC called for strengthened maintenance practices, improved fire protection systems, and implementation of regular thermal imaging inspections across major substations.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. GRIDCo board meets Speaker to discuss energy infrastructure agenda

    The Ghana Grid Company's eight-member board held discussions with Parliament's Speaker, Alban Bagbin, to strengthen stakeholder engagement on the nation's energy infrastructure agenda and introduce the new Board Chair. GRIDCo's Chief Executive outlined restoration works following a recent fire incident at Akosombo and plans for a new control room, while noting operational challenges from illegal chainsaw and mining activities affecting transmission infrastructure.

    9 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 8 June

  1. President directs energy security measures to boost local crude refining

    President Mahama directed urgent measures to strengthen Ghana's energy security and reduce exposure to external fuel supply disruptions, prompted by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, according to Energy Minister Dr. John Jinapor. The government has initiated arrangements with Sentuo Oil Refinery and upstream partners to process Ghana's crude oil locally as a key intervention.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana must convert stability into productivity through institutional discipline

    An opinion piece argues that following Ghana's macroeconomic stabilization, the next national challenge is converting economic stability into productivity and growth, which the author contends requires successful implementation of the 24-Hour Economy through institutional discipline rather than speeches and slogans.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. President should demand quarterly KPI reports for 24-Hour Economy

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana's economic stabilization efforts must now be followed by a focus on productivity and growth, requiring institutional accountability through quarterly KPI reports to ensure the 24-Hour Economy agenda becomes genuine transformation rather than a national slogan.

    8 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  4. Finance Minister Ato Forson named Overall Best Performing Minister

    Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister of Finance, has been named the Overall Best Performing Minister at the 6th Ghana Minister of the Year Awards, recognized for his distinguished service and performance at the Ministry of Finance. The awards ceremony, held in Accra, celebrated excellence in public service and impactful leadership in governance during the 2025 review period.

    8 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

  5. Finance Minister Ato Forson wins Ghana Minister of the Year 2025-2026

    Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Finance Minister, was adjudged Overall Best Minister of the Year 2025–2026 at the 6th Ghana Minister of the Year Awards held in Accra. Other ministers honoured included Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa as Best Young Minister and John Abdulai Jinapor as Best Innovation Minister.

    8 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

  6. Sentuo Refinery receives one million barrels of Jubilee crude

    Private oil refinery firm Sentuo Oil Refinery has taken delivery of approximately one million barrels of Jubilee crude from Ghana's offshore fields for local processing. Industry analysts and the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers view the move as a significant step toward increasing domestic refining capacity and reducing reliance on imported petroleum products, with potential implications for fuel pricing through lower freight and insurance costs.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 6 June

  1. Interior Minister raises border security concerns at Ghana-Togo crossing

    Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has expressed concern about Ghana's porous borders, particularly the Ghana-Togo border in the Volta Region, citing security threats from illegal migration and smuggling. He called for greater collaboration among security agencies and indicated that improvements including better lighting would be made to address the issue, noting the Volta Region reportedly has about 102 unofficial routes along Ghana's southeastern borders with Togo.

    6 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 5 June

  1. Ghana's power system should handle predictable seasonal disruptions

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana's recurring electricity outages blamed on rainfall, storms, and bushfires reflect a systemic vulnerability to known, manageable risks rather than unavoidable events. The article contends that a resilient power system should anticipate and quickly recover from such predictable seasonal disruptions.

    5 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Ghana launches $182m energy efficiency plan for public institutions

    Ghana launched a $182 million Public Facilities Energy Sustainability Action Plan to improve energy efficiency and reduce electricity consumption in Ministries, Departments and Agencies through renewable energy adoption and efficient energy management. Implemented by the Energy Commission with German support, the plan aims to enhance financial sustainability in the energy sector and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

    3 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 1 June

  1. Elubo border town lacks streetlights, raising security concerns

    Joy Online reports that Elubo, a major border town in Ghana's Western Region, has no streetlights, leaving residents and traders operating in darkness at night and creating security risks despite continued economic activity.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Electrification project in ten Atwima Mponua communities misses April deadline

    An electrification project awarded in 2013 to connect ten communities in Atwima Mponua District to the national grid remains incomplete as of 2026, with the contractor having abandoned work again after initially resuming in March. The project, contracted to Possible Power Limited in 2015, was promised to be commissioned by the end of April 2026 but has missed that deadline, while residents have fled the communities in search of opportunities elsewhere.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Tema Oil Refinery to process Ghanaian crude from June 2026

    President Mahama announced that the Tema Oil Refinery will begin processing Ghanaian crude oil in June 2026, with a shipment from Ghana's offshore fields to be delivered for processing as part of efforts to increase local value addition and reduce dependence on imported refined petroleum products.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. ECG upgrades Batsonaa substation with GH¢34m transformer replacement

    The Electricity Company of Ghana has begun a GH¢34 million transformer replacement project at the Batsonaa Primary Substation in Accra, replacing two 26MVA transformers with higher-capacity 39MVA units as part of a nationwide infrastructure upgrade programme to improve electricity supply reliability and network capacity. The project is intended to address challenges such as intermittent power outages and low voltage in the area, which serves residential communities and a significant number of industries.

    1 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Sunday 24 May

  1. Ghana targets oil production rebound after five-year decline

    The Ministry of Energy has forecast a rebound in crude oil production after five consecutive years of decline, backed by $3.5 billion in capital-intensive investments including a $1.5 billion agreement with Italian energy company Eni and a $2 billion development agreement with Jubilee Partners.

    24 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 22 May

  1. AGI urges Government incentives for renewable energy projects

    The Association of Ghana Industries has called on the Government to expand incentives for renewable energy projects, including tax reliefs, affordable green financing, and streamlined regulatory processes, to support industrial growth and sustainable power supply. The Association opened a sustainable energy business-to-business expo in Accra, with officials highlighting the importance of renewable energy and hybrid energy sources for Ghana's industrial competitiveness and 24-hour economy agenda.

    22 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. VRA and NEDCo staff reject government privatisation plan

    Staff groups at the Volta River Authority and Northern Electricity Distribution Company have rejected a government proposal for Private-Sector Participation in northern power distribution, saying it would transfer operational control to private entities while leaving structural challenges unaddressed and leaving NEDCo workers idle. They argue the arrangement, which would split asset management between NEDCo and a private participant, would compromise supply reliability and service quality, and amounts to "full privatisation disguised as participation."

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Women bear heaviest burden after climate disasters in Ghana

    Women in vulnerable communities shoulder the greatest social and economic burden after climate disasters, according to GreenFaith Africa's executive director, who noted that women become the backbone of affected households and often lose critical documentation like birth certificates during displacement caused by floods and other climate shocks.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Government plans commercial renewable energy expansion from 2027

    Ghana's government is preparing to scale renewable energy beyond pilot projects from 2027, focusing on utility-scale solar, wind, battery storage, mini-grids and electric mobility to reduce reliance on thermal generation. The transition comes as the power sector grapples with mounting debt, transmission bottlenecks and grid stability concerns.

    19 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Friday 15 May

  1. Fuel prices rise significantly from May 16 amid cedi pressure

    Petrol is expected to increase by 5.29–7.30% to GHC 15.42 per litre, diesel by up to 7.30% to GHC 17.83 per litre, and LPG by 3% to GHC 17.10 per kilogramme, driven by higher international oil prices and cedi depreciation of 0.95% against the US dollar in the May 16 pricing window.

    15 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Government extends fuel price subsidy after May cabinet review

    The Government has extended its fuel price intervention beyond its initial May 15 deadline, continuing to absorb GHS1.07 per litre on diesel effective May 16, 2026, to cushion consumers from rising international petroleum prices. The extended measure is expected to remain in force for two pricing windows, subject to further review.

    15 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 14 May

  1. Energy efficiency critical for managing costs and emissions

    A Deloitte partner stated that energy efficiency is a practical way for organisations and individuals to manage costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Ghana's Director of Renewable Energy and Green Transition described energy efficiency as an economic, security, and climate strategy essential for building an affordable, secure, and resilient energy system.

    14 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Energy Ministry launches nationwide power substation safety audit

    The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has launched a nationwide forensic safety exercise across all power substations following a fire at the GRIDCo substation within the Akosombo Hydroelectric Dam complex on April 23, 2026, and to support the replacement of more than 3,000 transformers. According to the Ministry's spokesperson, the government has reduced load shedding since January 2025 and shifted to natural gas from liquid fuel to reduce power generation costs.

    12 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. GRIDCo board holds first-ever staff durbar at Tema head office

    Ghana Grid Company Limited's board of directors convened its inaugural direct engagement with staff in a durbar at the company's Tema head office, providing a platform for open dialogue and formally recognising engineers and technicians who restored operations at Akosombo Generating Station following an April 2026 fire incident.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 10 May

  1. ECG commissions 37 transformers across Greater Kumasi

    The Electricity Company of Ghana has installed and commissioned 37 new transformers in various communities across the Greater Kumasi Metropolis as part of a capital investment project to upgrade distribution infrastructure and address capacity constraints that had caused localized outages.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 8 May

  1. Energy ministry operationalises control centre for faster power response

    Ghana's Energy Ministry, in partnership with the Energy Commission and PURC, is operationalising a control and command centre to improve response times to power-related challenges. The centre will use modern technology and multiple communication channels—short code, phone line, and social media—to facilitate fault reporting, with ECG district managers receiving new mobile phones and dedicated contact lines.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. GRIDCo plans state-of-the-art Akosombo switchyard rebuild after fire

    Ghana Grid Company Limited's board chair said the April 23 fire that destroyed the Akosombo switchyard control room will catalyse a long-overdue infrastructure overhaul at the country's most critical power transmission node, with commitment signalled from government and the company's board.

    8 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Friday 1 May

  1. GRIDCo CEO Mark Awuah Baah suspended after Akosombo substation fire

    The GRIDCo CEO has been asked to step aside pending investigation into a fire at the Akosombo substation that knocked out an estimated 720 to 1,000 megawatts from Ghana's national grid. The incident has created an immediate deficit of about 1,000 MW, approximately one-fifth of Ghana's average peak demand.

    1 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Power system security crucial for Ghana's reliable electricity

    Reliable electricity supply depends not only on generation capacity but on the security and resilience of the entire system, including cybersecurity, physical security, grid automation, and fuel supply. Ghana's Energy Commission projected 2024 system peak demand at about 3,788 MW with installed grid capacity of about 5,194 MW, but available capacity could fall when maintenance and fuel constraints are considered.

    1 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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