PURC increases electricity and water tariffs effective July 1 - See latest prices
PURC has increased electricity tariffs by 3.49% and water tariffs by 0.85%, citing inflation, exchange rate changes and utility costs.
By Edem Kwame
Published Updated 3 min read
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced new increases in electricity and water tariffs, which will take effect nationwide from 1 July 2026.
Under the revised rates, electricity tariffs will rise by 3.49%, while water tariffs will increase by 0.85%, according to a statement issued by the Commission on 22 June 2026.
PURC explained that the adjustments form part of its quarterly tariff review mechanism, which is designed to account for changes in key economic and operational indicators that affect the cost of utility service delivery.
"These adjustments have been carried out in line with the Commission's mandate to review tariffs on a quarterly basis to reflect developments within the quarter," the Commission stated.
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Why PURC Increased Utility Tariffs
The Commission noted that the quarterly review process considers factors beyond the control of utility providers but which significantly influence the cost of supplying electricity and water.
Among the factors assessed were fluctuations in the Ghana cedi's exchange rate against the US dollar, inflation levels, the electricity generation mix, and fuel costs, particularly natural gas used in thermal power generation.
For the third quarter of 2026, PURC applied a weighted average exchange rate of GH¢11.2228 to US$1, representing a 0.2% depreciation of the cedi compared to the previous quarter.
The Commission also used an average inflation rate of 3.43% for the period between April and June 2026, down from 4.17% recorded in the second quarter.
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Additionally, the weighted average cost of natural gas was pegged at US$7.9708 per MMBtu, reflecting a 1.58% decline from the previous quarter.
Meanwhile, Ghana's electricity generation mix remained unchanged, with hydropower contributing 20.9% and thermal generation accounting for 79.1% of total power production.
PURC Aims to Sustain Utility Service Delivery
PURC stressed that the tariff adjustments are intended to preserve the real value of utility tariffs and ensure the financial sustainability of service providers.
"These quarterly adjustments are undertaken by the Commission to maintain the real value of the existing tariffs, which would enable the utility service providers to remain financially viable and to deliver on their services to consumers, while bearing in mind the impact of these tariffs on the wellbeing of consumers in general," the statement noted.
The regulator further expressed appreciation to stakeholders for their continued support in implementing the quarterly tariff review framework.
"The Commission is once more grateful to all its stakeholders for their support in implementing these Quarterly Tariff Reviews per its Rate Setting Guidelines to address changes in operational conditions of the service providers," PURC added.
The Commission also assured consumers that it will continue to monitor the performance of utility companies and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
The revised electricity and water tariffs will officially take effect across Ghana on 1 July 2026.
PURC increases electricity and water tariffs effective July 1 - See latest prices
PURC increases electricity and water tariffs effective July 1 - See latest prices
PURC increases electricity and water tariffs effective July 1 - See latest pricesEdem Kwame
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Edem Kwame is a staff journalist at GH News Media, where he covers news, sports, politics and current affairs with a sharp focus on Ghanaian and African football.
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