ECG Announces Scheduled Six-Hour Power Maintenance Outage for Key Ashanti Region Communities

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a scheduled power outage affecting several communities in the Ashanti Region on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. The planned interruption is expected to last for six hours, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and concluding at 3:00 p.m. According to the utility provider, this downtime is essential for carrying out critical maintenance work designed to enhance service delivery and improve the overall reliability of the power grid in the region. Residents and businesses in the designated areas are advised to make the necessary arrangements to mitigate the impact of the temporary loss of power. The outage will affect a wide range of residential and commercial enclaves, including Effiduase, Apemso, Asekyerewa, and the Senkyi enclaves. Other areas listed in the maintenance schedule include Asenua, parts of Ahwiaa, Overseas, and Maase. Educational institutions are also expected to be impacted, with Simms Senior High School (SHS) specifically mentioned in the ECG’s announcement. Furthermore, parts of Fawoade, Adumakase Kese, Wawase, and Meduma will experience the six-hour disruption as technical teams work on the infrastructure. This maintenance exercise is part of a broader strategy by the ECG to address potential technical flaws and upgrade existing distribution systems. By performing these scheduled tasks, the company aims to prevent unexpected equipment failure and ensure a more stable electricity supply for the growing population in the Ashanti Region. The ECG has apologized for the inconvenience this maintenance may cause to its customers and has expressed its commitment to restoring power promptly by the 3:00 p.m. deadline. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through official channels for any further updates regarding the power situation.