Ashaiman power line repairs: GRIDCo announces next phase
The Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has completed the first phase of repair works on the Ashaiman section of the 161kV Tema-Achimota transmission line. The company said its engineers carried out the initial repair works on Sunday, August 16, 2026, allowing power supply to affected customers to be restored. According to GRIDCo, the next phase […]
Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has finished the initial repair works on the Ashaiman section of the 161kV Tema-Achimota transmission line, allowing power supply to be restored for affected customers. The company reported that engineers completed the repair works on Sunday, August 16, 2026, after a welding explosion caused damage to the transmission line in July.
The next phase of the project, scheduled for Sunday, August 23, 2026, will involve replacing the damaged transmission tower. GRIDCo emphasized the importance of this phase in restoring the transmission line to its full operational strength and enhancing its reliability and resilience. The company expressed gratitude to customers and affected communities for their patience and cooperation throughout the repair process.
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