Power Supply to Stabilize by End of May - Energy Minister Assures

Accra, Ghana - 12 May, 2025 - Ghana's Energy Minister, John Jinapor, has promised that the country's power sector will stabilize by the end of May, following major maintenance works at several power plants.

Addressing concerns over intermittent outages ("dumsor") in an interview with TV3, Jinapor emphasized the importance of maintenance for long-term stability.

Jinapor explained that the power plants have exceeded their operating hours and need urgent servicing to prevent further disruptions.

He assured Ghanaians that everything possible would be done to minimize the impact of the maintenance works.

“What I get is that within the month of May, there will be major maintenance, and in June, there will be minimal maintenance. So, barring any unforeseen circumstances, we should be seeing a stable power supply, but we should be servicing these plants,” he stated.

“These are plants that have gone far beyond their maximum operating hours. So, as a responsible government, we have to undertake the servicing.

“What I have realised is that if you hold them back for too long, you will compromise the integrity of the plant. So I want to appeal to Ghanaians that as we take this step, we will do everything within our power to reduce the impact, it is a necessary step,” he added.

Source: Lead News Online