- Ghana’s Energy Minister John Jinapor says reforms have stabilised the power sector, ending months of load shedding caused by a 700MW shortfall in December 2024.
- He noted that ongoing reforms aim to ensure energy security, economic stability, and sustainable industrial growth.
Ghana’s Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, announced that the country’s power sector stabilised after months of reforms and targeted interventions.
He recalled that when he assumed office, the sector faced a shortfall of about 700 megawatts in December 2024, which triggered persistent load shedding and widespread public frustration.
“GRIDCo’s 2024 records showed a consistent pattern of load shedding, culminating in a deficit of more than 700 megawatts in December. As Minister, I came under intense scrutiny and pressure to restore stability,” Jinapor said.
He credited the progress to support from Ghana Gas and cooperation with industry leaders. “For several months now, we’ve maintained a stable power supply, with no load shedding,” he added.
According to him, the ministry is implementing reforms that tackle the sector’s technical and financial challenges. He stressed that the government aims to consolidate these gains while pursuing long-term objectives of energy security, economic stability, and industrial growth through sustainable electricity delivery.
Jinapor made the remarks during a visit to the Atuabo Gas Processing Plant in the Ellembele District, where he inspected ongoing maintenance works.