The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a 2.45% increase in the average end-user electricity tariff effective July 1, 2025.
Water service charges, however, will maintain their current rates for all consumer categories.
The decision comes as a result of the Commission’s quarterly review process, which factors in key economic indicators including exchange rate fluctuations, inflationary pressures, and rising fuel costs.
According to a PURC statement, 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.
