The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a reduction in electricity and water tariffs, which will take effect from April 1, 2026, following its latest quarterly tariff review.
Under the new adjustment, electricity tariffs will drop by an average of 4.81 percent, while water tariffs will decline by 3.06 percent.
In a statement issued on Friday, March 13, the Commission said the review forms part of its mandate to periodically adjust tariffs to reflect changes in key economic and operational factors affecting utility providers.
According to the PURC, the downward review aims to ensure that tariffs remain aligned with prevailing economic indicators while allowing utility companies to maintain financial stability and continue delivering reliable services.
“The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) wishes to inform consumers of electricity and water that the existing electricity and water tariffs have been reviewed downwards to take effect from April 01, 2026,” the statement said.
The Commission explained that its quarterly tariff reviews consider movements in critical indicators such as the Ghana cedi–US dollar exchange rate, domestic inflation, the electricity generation mix, and the cost of fuel—particularly natural gas used in thermal power generation.
For the second quarter of 2026, the Commission applied a projected weighted average exchange rate of GH¢11.1931 to US$1. This figure was derived from the three-month interbank average between December 1, 2025, and February 28, 2026, representing a 6.78 percent drop from the previous quarter’s rate of GH¢12.0067 to the dollar.
“The Commission applied a projected Weighted Average Ghana Cedi–US Dollar Exchange Rate of GHS11.1931/US$1.0000 for the second Quarter of 2026. This projected exchange rate is based on a three-month Actual Inter-Bank Average Ghana Cedi–US Dollar Selling Exchange Rate for the period December 01, 2025, to February 28, 2026,” the statement explained.
The PURC also used a three-month average inflation rate of 4.17 percent for the same period, representing a 47.87 percent decrease compared to the previous quarter.
Meanwhile, the Weighted Average Cost of Gas (WACOG) has been set at US$8.0988 per MMBtu, reflecting a 2.84 percent increase from the earlier rate of US$7.8749 per MMBtu.
The projected electricity generation mix for the quarter remains unchanged, with hydro generation contributing 20.90 percent and thermal sources accounting for 79.10 percent, in line with the Multi-Year Tariff Order introduced in 2025.
Additionally, the Commission announced the introduction of a commercial electric vehicle (EV) charging tariff for the first time. The move is intended to support Ghana’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources.
The PURC expressed appreciation to stakeholders for their continued cooperation as it implements the quarterly tariff review system under its rate-setting guidelines.
The Commission further assured consumers that it will continue to monitor the operations of regulated utility providers and hold them accountable to ensure improved service delivery and value for money.
