{
  "id": 10639719,
  "title": "Energy Commission certifies 141 electrical wiring practitioners",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/energy-commission-certifies-141-electrical-wiring-practitioners",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T07:23:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghanaian Times",
    "slug": "ghanaian-times",
    "url": "https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/energy-commission-certifies-141-electrical-wiring-practitioners/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Energy Commission has certified 141 out of 148 electrical wiring practitioners following successful completion of the May-June 2026 Electrical Wiring Certification examinations, marking a 95 per cent pass rate. The event took place during the 25th Electrical Wiring Certification and Awards Ceremony in Takoradi, Western Region. The ceremony, themed 'Setting Standards: Powering Ghana's Future – Electric Vehicles (EVs), Solar and Beyond', saw the newly certified practitioners recite the Certified Electrical Wiring Professional (CEWP) pledge, committing to professional conduct and avoiding unqualified certification of others.\n\nMr Anthony Bleboo, Director of the Electricity and Natural Gas Directorate of the Energy Commission, emphasized the importance of the event in the progression of Ghana's electrical installation profession. He assured the practitioners of the Commission's ongoing commitment to developing professionals capable of serving as role models for future generations. However, Bleboo reminded the practitioners of their significant responsibilities, particularly in light of the Electrical Wiring Regulations, 2020 (L.I. 2020), which ushered in changes to the profession due to the growing influence of solar and EVs in homes, businesses, and institutions.\n\nDr Emmanuel Payne, former Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the Takoradi Technical University (TTU), chaired the ceremony. He urged the graduates to maintain discipline and professionalism, stating that such actions would lead to a better future. Payne praised the CEWP programme for its contributions to promoting professionalism in electrical installation over its 25-year existence, crediting the Energy Commission for spearheading this initiative. He highlighted the programme's achievements as a reflection of the Commission's sustained commitment to working with institutions and the examining body to enhance safety in electrical installation in Ghana.\n\nMr Derrick Labitey Mensah, Scientific Officer at the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), stressed that safety, quality, competence, standards, and reliability must underpin Ghana's energy transition. He assured that the GSA would continue collaborating with the Energy Commission, industry, academia, and other stakeholders to develop standards that cater to Ghana's changing technological and energy requirements. Ms Ruth Sam, the overall best female candidate and Best Inspector award winner, expressed her motivation to uphold professional standards following her recognition at the ceremony.",
  "summary": "A total of 141 out of 148 candidates have been certified by the Energy Commission after successfully completing the May-June 2026 Electrical Wiring Certification examinations, representing a 95 per cent pass rate. The candidates received their certificates at the 25th Electrical Wiring Certification and Awards Ceremony held in Takoradi in the Western Region on Thursday, … The post Energy…",
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