The Ministry of Energy confirmed that three of six generation units at Akosombo hydro plant have been restored to service four days after a fire destroyed the substation's control room, reducing the nation's power evacuation capacity. The restoration represents 50% recovery of Akosombo's generation capacity, achieved through engineers bypassing incinerated infrastructure under extreme pressure.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that Ghana's current blackouts result not from lack of infrastructure but from financial strain, fuel procurement challenges, and maintenance backlogs across the power system. The author contends that timely government communication about these constraints could better prepare the public than silence.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Two generating units at the Akosombo Hydroelectric Plant have returned to operation following a recent substation fire that disrupted electricity supply, Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor announced. The restoration, described as ahead of schedule, is expected to ease supply deficits that triggered outages in the Ashanti Region, parts of the Central Region, and the Tema industrial enclave.
28 April 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Institute of Internal Auditors Ghana launched its 25th anniversary programme, calling on institutions to strengthen partnerships that promote good governance, accountability, and professional standards in public and private sectors. The institute has grown over 25 years to shape internal auditing practices across Ghana while adhering to international standards and best practices.
28 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Water Company Ltd. says persistent power instability to treatment plants and booster stations, along with an influx of aquatic weeds at the Kpong intake, are driving water shortages across Accra and Tema regions. The company emphasizes that stable electricity is essential for treatment, pumping, transmission, and distribution operations.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →