ECG Continues Transformer Upgrade with Phase Two at Lashibi Substation

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced the commencement of Phase Two of its ongoing transformer replacement and upgrade programme at the Lashibi Primary Substation, as part of efforts to improve power reliability and reduce system overloads.

This follows the successful completion of Phase One at the Nmai Dzorn Primary Substation, marking another milestone in the government’s broader infrastructure enhancement agenda.

According to a press release issued on April 11, 2026, the Phase Two exercise is scheduled to run from Tuesday, April 14 to Thursday, April 16, 2026. The project involves upgrading a 20/26MVA transformer to a higher-capacity 30/39MVA unit to strengthen electricity supply within the affected areas.

ECG indicated that, like the initial phase, the upgrade works will require planned power outages across several communities to ensure safety and facilitate smooth execution. The outages will occur in scheduled time blocks across different groups of areas, including parts of Spintex, Sakumono, Community 18 and 19, Baatsonaa, and surrounding neighborhoods.

Key locations expected to experience temporary interruptions include Regimanuel Estates, Devtraco Estates, Marina Mall (Spintex), Celebrity Golf Club, HFC Estates and Sakumono Village among others. Each group will experience approximately six-hour outages spread over the three-day period.

The company assured customers that measures have been put in place to minimise the duration and impact of the outages. It also urged residents and businesses within the affected zones to plan accordingly during the exercise.

ECG emphasised that the upgrade forms part of a long-term strategy to modernise the power distribution network, reduce transformer overloads and ensure a more stable and reliable electricity supply.

The company expressed appreciation to the public for their patience and cooperation as these critical improvements are carried out.

 

 

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