The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced an upward adjustment in electricity and water tariffs, meaning consumers will pay more for utility services effective July 1, 2026.
Under its third-quarter tariff review, electricity tariffs have been increased by 3.49% across the board, while water tariffs have gone up by 0.85%.
In a statement issued on Monday, June 22, 2026, PURC said the adjustments fall within its mandate to conduct quarterly reviews to reflect changes in key operational factors affecting utility service providers.
According to the Commission, the review took into account movements in the Ghana cedi–US dollar exchange rate, inflation trends, the electricity generation mix, and the cost of natural gas used in power production.
PURC explained that these periodic adjustments are intended to preserve the real value of tariffs while ensuring utility providers remain financially viable and capable of delivering reliable services.
The Commission applied a weighted average exchange rate of GHS11.2228 to the US dollar for the third quarter of 2026, reflecting a 0.2% depreciation of the cedi compared to the previous quarter.
It also used a three-month average inflation rate of 3.43%, down from 4.17% in the previous quarter, while the weighted average cost of natural gas declined by 1.58% to USD7.9708 per MMBtu.
The hydro-thermal generation mix remained unchanged at 20.9% hydro and 79.1% thermal.
Based on these factors, PURC approved a 3.49% increase in electricity tariffs for residential, non-residential, and Special Load Tariff (SLT) customers.
For residential users, the lifeline tariff for consumption up to 30 kilowatt-hours per month has increased from 86.9Gp to 89.93Gp per kilowatt-hour.
Water tariffs have also been adjusted upward by 0.85% across all customer categories, including residential, commercial, industrial, public institutions, and bulk consumers.
Under the revised structure, the residential lifeline tariff for water consumption of up to five cubic metres has risen from 593.49Gp to 598.54Gp per cubic metre.
PURC reaffirmed its commitment to monitoring utility service providers and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to promote value for money and improved service delivery.
The Commission also expressed appreciation to stakeholders for their continued cooperation in implementing quarterly tariff reviews, noting that the decision will be published in the Gazette and on its official website in due course.
