ECG Schedules Widespread Maintenance Outages Across Six Regions Following Afienya Substation Fire

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a series of extensive power outages scheduled for June 9 and June 10, 2026, affecting six regions across the country. These interruptions, primarily driven by planned maintenance works and technical faults, come on the heels of a significant fire incident at an ECG substation near Afienya on June 8. The utility provider has indicated that these measures are necessary to improve service delivery and ensure the long-term reliability of the national power grid, though they will temporarily disrupt residential and commercial activities in the Eastern, Tema, Volta, Ashanti, and Accra regions.

On Tuesday, June 9, the maintenance schedule impacted multiple districts with varying timeframes. In the Eastern Region, outages were slated for 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, while other regions including Tema, Ashanti, and the Volta Region faced similar planned disruptions. Beyond scheduled maintenance, ECG reported technical challenges causing fault-related outages in the Western and Ashanti West Regions. The company confirmed that technical teams were deployed to address these unforeseen faults in Accra West and Western regions to restore supply as quickly as possible following the rectification of these technical hitches.

The maintenance schedule continues into Wednesday, June 10, with a specific focus on the Accra East Region. Residents and businesses in Doblo, Satellite, Sarpeiman, Medie, Kotoku, and Pobiman are expected to experience an eight-hour power cut from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Other affected areas include Blue Skies, Hebron, Ahodwo, Fotobi, Pakrom, Obudan, and Kwasikrom. ECG officials stated that this specific window is dedicated to critical system upgrades intended to bolster the efficiency and reliability of the local distribution network.

Adding to the utility's challenges, a fire broke out at an ECG substation in the Afienya area of Greater Accra on June 8. Eyewitnesses reported thick smoke and visible flames emanating from the facility, though details regarding the extent of the damage and the cause of the fire remain unconfirmed. While there were no immediate reports of injuries or a direct statement on the fire's impact on regional supply, the incident highlights the ongoing pressure on the country's electrical infrastructure during this period of intensive maintenance.

ECG has expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to its customers and advised consumers in the affected areas to make necessary alternative arrangements. The company also urged the public to report any safety hazards identified during the maintenance period. As the utility provider works to restore power promptly following the completion of works, it maintains that these temporary disruptions are vital steps toward achieving a more robust and efficient power distribution system for all Ghanaians.