The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a three‑day planned power outage in parts of the Ashanti Region, scheduled from Monday, November 16 to Wednesday, November 18. The shutdown will run from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm each day as the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) upgrades the transmission line between Anwomaso and the Ridge Bulk Supply Point.
ECG said in a public notice issued on Saturday that the temporary interruption is necessary to enable GRIDCo to replace the existing 364 MVA single‑circuit line with a modern double‑circuit system. The new line will have a combined capacity of 976 MVA, a significant increase from the current 364 MVA.
According to ECG, the upgrade is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the transmission network and improve power supply to customers in the affected parts of the Ashanti Region. The company listed several communities and businesses that will experience the interruption, including parts of Kaase, Guinness Ghana Limited, Fan Milk, Coca‑Cola, Bomplex, Georgia, Abattoir, Boadi, Emina, Appiadu, Kokoben, Donyina and surrounding areas.
“The inconvenience that will arise as a result of this outage is deeply regretted,” the statement said.
Customers in the affected areas have been urged to take note of the schedule and make the necessary arrangements ahead of the planned interruption. The upgrade is expected to enhance reliability and support future demand growth in the region.
ECG will resume normal service once the work is complete, and the company has promised to keep the public updated on progress. The outage is a reminder of the ongoing investment needed to maintain Ghana’s electricity infrastructure.
