ECG sets June 5 to complete major power network upgrade in Greater Kumasi
Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) expects to complete its upgrade by June 5, 2026, in the Greater Kumasi area. The ECG says it expects to complete its ongoing major upgrade of key sub-transmission lines in the Greater Kumasi area by June 5, 2026.
The project involved upgrading transmission lines from the KNUST Primary Substation to the Kaase Primary Substation, and from Kaase to the Ridge Bulk Supply Point. The works included replacing existing 265 sqmm conductors with 400 sqmm conductors and changing weak cables. The company noted that the project is expected to improve voltage quality and power supply stability in Kaase, Kuntenase, Sewua, Bekwai and surrounding communities. The upgrade will reinforce the sub-transmission connection between the Kumasi 1 (K1) and Kumasi 2 (K2) Bulk Supply Points to improve the resilience of the electricity network within the Ashanti Region.
ECG apologised for the disruptions experienced by customers and residents during the execution of the project. According to ECG, the temporary inconveniences were necessary to help secure a more reliable power supply for the region.
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ECG is undertaking a major upgrade of power sub-transmission lines in Greater Kumasi. The project aims to improve power transfer capacity- but residents have experienced disruptions.
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