Electricity tariff drops 4.81% water tariff 3.06%
Ghana's utility consumers will pay less for electricity and water starting April 1. The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) announced a 4.81% reduction in electricity tariffs and a 3.06% reduction in water tariffs. These changes are part of a quarterly review linked to economic conditions such as the Ghana cedi to US dollar exchange rate, inflation, and fuel costs.
Utility consumers in Ghana will see lower electricity and water bills from April 1. The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) announced these tariff cuts as part of its regular quarterly review.
Electricity charges are down by 4.81%. Water tariffs have been cut by 3.06%.
These adjustments reflect changes in the economy. Key factors include the Ghana cedi exchange rate against the US dollar and domestic inflation. The cost of fuel used for power generation also played a role.
The PURC's mandate is to keep utility tariffs aligned with current economic situations. This ensures fair pricing for consumers and providers.
In a related development, the PURC introduced a new tariff for commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) charging. This is the first time such a pricing system has been set up in Ghana. It aims to support the country's move towards cleaner energy.
Source: StatsGH — Ghana's data-driven news platform