Ghana Businesses Grapple With Looming Utility Tariff Increases Through 2025

Ghana Businesses Grapple With Looming Utility Tariff Increases Through 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-businesses-grapple-with-looming-utility-tariff-increases-through-2025/Ghanaian businesses are bracing for prolonged financial strain as the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) signals further electricity and water tariff adjustments in 2025. The warning follows a 14.75% rise in electricity costs and a 4.02% increase for water services effe…

Why electricity tariffs went up: PURC explains the 14.75% adjustment

In a candid discussion on Morning Starr with Naa Dedei Tettey, the Head of Research and Corporate Affairs at The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) addressed the recent electricity and water tariff adjustments, defending the decision amidst public concern. The official explained that the new tariffs were not only influenced by ongoing economic factors but were also a direct result of a significant outstanding debt carried over from th…

A new era begins for water bills in Bolu. The City Council unanimously approved a gradual pricing system based on income status. Luxury homeowners will benefit from a higher rate, while low-income citizens will benefit from a 50 percent discount.

5 ways to avoid paying expensive water bills after recent PURC tariff increase - Live Ghana TV

Following the recent upward adjustment of electricity and water tariffs by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), consumers in Ghana should prepare to pay more, effective 3 May 2025. In a statement dated 11 April, the regulator announced a 14.75% increase in the average end-user tariff for electricity and a 4.02% increase in water tariffs across the board for all consumer categories. The Commission explained that the decision align…