As the government accelerates investment in power infrastructure to support rising demand and economic activity, GRIDCo has initiated the tie‑in and test‑run of the AKSA Ahwomaso Power Plant, set to add around 141 megawatts (MW) of capacity to Ghana’s grid. The announcement follows major grid upgrades and expansion plans designed to enhance supply stability nationwide.
In an official statement released on Monday, the Ministry said the activities form part of ongoing system enhancement works being undertaken by GRIDCo to strengthen Ghana’s electricity infrastructure. According to the Ministry, the AKSA Ahwomaso facility, once fully connected, will contribute approximately 141 megawatts (MW) of power to the national grid.
“This new capacity will significantly improve electricity supply for households, businesses and industries, particularly in the middle belt of Ghana,” the statement noted, adding that the expanded generation capacity will play an important role in supporting economic activity and long-term energy stability.
The Ministry cautioned that during the tie‑in and test run period, there may be brief, temporary interruptions to power supply in some areas, a necessary step to ensure electrical safety and system reliability. It reassured the public that these interruptions are being carefully managed to minimize inconvenience.
Richmond Rockson, Esq., spokesperson and head of communications for the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, emphasised that the project is being carried out in the national interest, with a strong focus on long-term system stability and improved service delivery.” He also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working closely with energy sector stakeholders to ensure stable power supply during the Christmas and New Year holiday period and into 2026.
Integrating the AKSA Ahwomaso plant reflects ongoing efforts to modernise Ghana’s power infrastructure. This year, GRIDCo has pushed forward several major projects, including the procurement and planning of a 161kV Eastern Corridor transmission line aimed at enhancing electricity distribution in the eastern regions.
Separately, government and utility stakeholders have also focused on upgrading critical transmission lines, including reconstruction work on key circuits around Kumasi , to enhance reliability and reduce outages. Projects such as the 161kV Anwomaso–Kumasi transmission line upgrade, co-funded by the European Union and French Development Agency, are part of broader efforts to improve grid resilience and support future expansion.
Increasing generation capacity , particularly in the middle belt, is crucial for reducing reliance on emergency power and for smoothing out supply fluctuations that can cause localised outages. In late December 2025, some areas of Greater Kumasi experienced a power fault unrelated to the AKSA tie-in, highlighting the ongoing need for infrastructure upgrades and careful system planning.
