The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), through its Ashanti Sub-Transmission (Ash Sub-T) team, is taking steps to strengthen power reliability in Obuasi and surrounding communities.
In a mission that combines technical precision with community impact, ECG is set to construct a new 33kV feeder to connect a 50/66MVA power transformer being installed by GRIDCo at Obuasi.
This feeder construction begun on Sunday, July 20, 2025— enabled ECG to receive and distribute power from the new GRIDCo transformer, unlocking greater stability and supply capacity for homes, hospitals, businesses, and essential services in Obuasi.
Engineers from Ash Sub-T and technical partners from KOMFATHER ELECTRICALS were on-site for final assessments and mobilization, a testament to ECG’s proactive, boots-on-the-ground approach to infrastructure delivery.
This milestone follows weeks of collaboration between GRIDCo and ECG to address persistent voltage fluctuations and supply interruptions that have affected livelihoods in the municipality.
“At ECG, we do not just see cables and circuits—we see people,” said Ing. Edward Asare, Network Maintenance Team Leader, Ashanti Sub-T. “This feeder project is more than a line; it’s a lifeline for Obuasi’s future growth and dignity. We are determined to ensure that residents no longer have to worry about unstable power supply.”
The new 33kV feeder will provide a dedicated channel for transmitting electricity from the upgraded transformer, helping to relieve load on existing feeders, reduce outages, and improve voltage levels across key demand areas.
Residents and business owners in Obuasi have long called for permanent solutions to their unstable power supply . This project is ECG’s tangible response—one rooted in listening, planning, and acting with urgency.
As Obuasi’s economy revives and expands, especially in mining, retail, and small-scale industry, reliable electricity is not a luxury—it is a necessity. ECG’s investment in this infrastructure demonstrates a long-term commitment to community resilience, economic opportunity, and quality of life.
Construction started July 20 , and ECG has assured the public that the work will be executed with minimal disruption to existing supply. Upon completion, the integration of the new transformer and feeder will mark a major turning point in the region’s energy outlook.
The initiative is part of a broader regional power improvement agenda spearheaded by ECG Ashanti and its national partners to build a more robust and responsive distribution network across Ghana.
