The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced **planned power outages** affecting parts of the **Accra West, Ashanti, and Eastern Regions** today, April 29, 2026.
According to ECG, the disruptions follow a **fire outbreak at the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) substation in Akosombo**, which has significantly reduced power supply across the country.
### ⚠️ Why the Lights Are Going Off
The incident at the Akosombo substation has affected electricity transmission nationwide, forcing ECG to implement **load management measures** to stabilize the national grid.
### ⏰ When Will It Happen?
The outages will occur **in phases throughout the day**, depending on your location:
* **Eastern Region:**
Power cuts scheduled between:
* 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM
* 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
* 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
* **Ashanti Region:**
Some areas will experience outages **from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM** due to emergency maintenance at the Asawinso Bulk Supply Point.
* **Accra West:**
Several communities will also be affected, with some outages **extending into April 30**.
### 🔧 What ECG Is Saying
ECG has assured customers that engineers are working around the clock to **restore stability to the national grid**. Power will be restored as soon as the situation improves.
### 💡 What You Should Do
* Charge your devices early
* Plan ahead for business and work
* Use alternative lighting if necessary
Stay informed and share this update so others can prepare!
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