ECG Staff Protest Government's Privatization Plans Amid Turnaround Success

Staff of the Electricity Company of Ghana Ltd (ECG) have launched protests against the government's proposed privatization of the company's operations. The Public Utility Workers Union (PUWU-TUC) has raised red flags in all operational offices, expressing strong opposition to the government's intention to appoint a transaction adviser for the transition to Private Sector Participation (PSP).

This protest comes on the heels of PUWU-TUC's ongoing collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and ECG management on a turnaround program, which has reportedly achieved a 90% improvement in revenue and ensured a stable power supply. General Secretary Timothy Nyame highlighted the success of these internal reforms, arguing that they can effectively revive ECG without resorting to privatization. PUWU-TUC is calling on the government to halt any moves toward privatization to allow for the continuation of these positive turnaround efforts.