Ghana’s power outage is causing frustration, with citizens experiencing frequent blackouts known as “dumsor.”
These outages disrupt daily life and businesses, with no schedule or warning provided by the authorities.
Richard Ahiagbah, the New Patriotic Party’s Director of Communications, acknowledges the difficulty, stating there’s “light at the end of the tunnel,” suggesting efforts are underway to improve the situation.
The impact of dumsor is widespread. Vendors are particularly affected, and even celebrities have voiced their anger at the disruption caused by the unreliable electricity supply.
Why is Ghana having a power outage
According to Richard Ahiagbah, the Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party, these outages are due to ongoing maintenance work by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). While frustrating, this work is intended to improve the electricity supply in the long run.
What is Dumsor in Ghana?
Dumsor is a Ghanaian term that originated from public frustration with unreliable electricity supply. It literally translates to an “off and on” pattern of power outages, causing disruption and inconvenience. The term has become widely used to describe the current situation.
Does Ghana have 24/7 electricity?
Unfortunately, Ghana is not currently experiencing 24/7 electricity. The recent outages have made a consistent power supply seem like a luxury.
What is the toll free number for EGG in Ghana?
If you have questions or concerns about the power outages, you can contact the ECG toll-free number: +233 302 676 727 – 46.
Power outage schedule today
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) says recent power cuts don’t require a load-shedding timetable, despite public concerns. They insist these aren’t planned outages like the past “Dumsor” situation.
During a TV3 interview today, Presidential advisor Osafo-Maafo clarified that only the Energy Minister has the authority to order the Electricity Company (ECG) to release a power cut schedule.
He explained this is because the Minister oversees power generation, while ECG manages electricity usage. Both factors are crucial for creating such a schedule, which Osafo-Maafo confirmed is technically possible.
What code is used to pay electricity bills?
Paying your electricity bill in Ghana is quick and easy! You can use either the USSD code *226# or the convenient Electricity Company of Ghana app. Both options allow you to settle your bill directly from your phone.