We Will End Our Dependence On Costly Emergency Power By 2030 – Ato Forson

According to a report by UTV Ghana today being Thursday, November 12, 2026, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson has announced the government’s determination to ensure that Ghanaian households and industries enjoy affordable, dependable and uninterrupted electricity as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s economy.

Presenting the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy before Parliament, Ato Forson outlined the government’s plans to improve electricity supply and address some of the longstanding challenges affecting the energy sector.

He explained that reliable electricity remains essential to the growth of businesses, the expansion of industries and the overall development of the country.

According to him, the government is committed to creating an energy system that can adequately serve both domestic consumers and businesses without placing unnecessary financial pressure on them.

One of the major commitments highlighted by the Finance Minister is the government’s target to end Ghana’s dependence on expensive emergency power generation by 2030. He indicated that the country must move away from relying on costly temporary electricity arrangements and work towards a more sustainable and efficient power supply system.

The proposed direction is expected to help reduce the financial burden associated with emergency electricity generation while improving the availability of power for consumers.

Ato Forson’s announcement is particularly important for industries that depend heavily on electricity to maintain production and deliver services. High energy costs and unreliable supply can affect business operations, increase production expenses and discourage potential investors.

Households are equally expected to benefit from efforts to improve electricity reliability and affordability.

The Finance Minister’s statement signals the government’s intention to make energy security a major priority in its economic development agenda, with 2030 set as the target year for ending reliance on costly emergency power.

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