PURC Announces 2.45% Electricity Tariff Hike from July 1, Water Rates Stay Flat
Electricity tariffs set to rise slightly, while water rates hold steady amid efforts to balance cost recovery and consumer relief
- Electricity tariffs up 2.45%
- Water tariffs remain unchanged for the third quarter
- Review based on inflation, exchange rates, gas prices, and power mix
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a 2.45% increase in electricity tariffs for all customer categories, effective July 1, 2025.
This adjustment follows the Commission’s regular quarterly review aimed at ensuring the sustainability of utility services.
Despite the upward shift in electricity rates, water tariffs will remain unchanged throughout the third quarter of the year.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, June 25, the PURC stated that the change is part of its Quarterly Tariff Review Mechanism. This process takes into account key economic indicators such as the exchange rate (GHS10.3052 per USD), inflation (20.67% projected average), natural gas prices (USD7.7134 per MMBtu), the electricity generation mix (28.8% hydro and 71.2% thermal), and an outstanding GHS488 million in revenue shortfalls.
New Electricity Rates Breakdown:
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Lifeline (0–30 kWh): 77.6274 → 79.5308 GHp/kWh
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Residential (301+ kWh): 232.3892 → 238.0873 GHp/kWh
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Non-Residential (301+ kWh): 197.3338 → 202.1723 GHp/kWh
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High Voltage Mines: 495.9255 → 508.0854 GHp/kWh
Service charges remain unchanged across all categories.
Water Tariffs Frozen:
Water rates for residential, non-residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional customers will remain at their current levels. The PURC stated that this decision reflects efforts to ease the financial pressure on consumers while preserving service standards.
The Commission affirmed its ongoing commitment to balancing the financial health of utility providers with the protection of consumer interests, pledging to uphold transparency and service quality.
“We thank stakeholders for their continued support and assure the public of our resolve to ensure value for money and improved service delivery,” the statement concluded.
