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PURC announces 2.45% increase in Electricity tariffs from July 1

 


The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a 2.45% increase in electricity tariffs for all categories of consumers, effective July 1, 2025.

The adjustment follows the Commission’s routine quarterly review, conducted every three months. However, water tariffs will remain unchanged for the third quarter of the year.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, June 25, the PURC explained that the tariff adjustment is part of its Quarterly Tariff Review Mechanism, which considers key economic variables including the cedi-to-dollar exchange rate, inflation, natural gas prices, and the electricity generation mix between hydro and thermal sources.

According to the Commission, these factors significantly impact the cost of delivering utility services and must be reviewed regularly to sustain the financial health of service providers.

For electricity, the Commission has approved a 2.45% upward adjustment,” the statement said. “Water tariffs have been maintained at current levels, reflecting a 0% change.”

The PURC emphasized its commitment to balancing the interests of utility companies and consumers while ensuring reliable service delivery.

Breakdown of Factors Considered

Key variables influencing the new electricity rates include:

Exchange rate: GHS10.3052 per US dollar

Inflation: 20.67% projected annual average

Natural gas price: USD7.7134 per MMBtu

Hydro-Thermal mix: 28.8% hydro and 71.2% thermal

Outstanding revenue: GHS488 million carried over from previous quarters

New Electricity Tariffs

Lifeline customers (0–30 kWh): Increase from 77.6274 to 79.5308 GHp/kWh

Residential (301+ kWh): Up from 232.3892 to 238.0873 GHp/kWh

Non-residential (301+ kWh): Increased from 197.3338 to 202.1723 GHp/kWh

High Voltage Mines: Up from 495.9255 to 508.0854 GHp/kWh

Service charges across categories remain unchanged.

Water Tariffs Unaffected

All water rates across residential, non-residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional categories remain unchanged. The Commission justified this freeze as part of efforts to ease the burden on consumers while maintaining quality service.

Commitment to Accountability

PURC reiterated its commitment to monitoring the performance of regulated service providers and ensuring accountability to regulatory standards.

We thank stakeholders for their continued support and assure the public of our resolve to ensure value for money and improved service delivery,” the release stated.

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