The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has announced that the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has commenced tie-in and test run activities to connect the new AKSA Ahwomaso Power Plant to the national transmission grid.

According to the Ministry, these activities form part of system enhancement works aimed at increasing generation capacity and improving the reliability of electricity supply across the country.

“When fully integrated, the AKSA Ahwomaso Power Plant will contribute approximately 141 megawatts (MW) to the national grid, helping to strengthen power supply for homes, businesses, and industries across the middle belt and the country,” the Ministry said in statement sighted by GhanaWeb Business.

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The Ministry cautioned that during the tie-in and test run period, there may be brief and temporary interruptions to power supply in some areas.

“These interruptions, as and when they occur, are carefully managed, and necessary to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the power transmission system,” the statement added.

Spokesperson for the Ministry, Richmond Rockson, emphasised that the activities are being conducted in the national interest.

“These activities are being carried out with a clear focus on long-term system stability and improved service delivery,” he said.

The Ministry further assured the public of continued efforts to maintain stable electricity supply throughout the Christmas period and beyond, building on the reliability observed for most of 2025.

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