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  "id": 12358369,
  "title": "PURC replaces 10 damaged transformers affecting over 60,000 customers in Central Region",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/purc-replaces-10-damaged-transformers-affecting-over-60-000-customers",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-06T10:32:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/purc-replaces-10-damaged-transformers-affecting-over-60000-customers-in-central-region/"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has stepped in to replace 10 damaged and overloaded electricity distribution transformers in the Central Region of Ghana, aiming to alleviate the persistent power outages that have affected over 60,000 customers. This intervention, carried out in collaboration with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) through the Commission's Central Regional Office, is expected to enhance electricity supply to approximately 61,004 residents in the impacted communities. Communities such as Ajumako-Bisease, Saltpond-Town, Anomabo, and Gomoamaim have endured prolonged outages, with some communities experiencing power cuts for up to two months. The estimated cost of the transformer replacements is around GH¢550,000. The PURC's decision to intervene was based on its monitoring activities and direct engagement with consumers, who reported significant disruptions that affected daily operations for businesses and households. By addressing these transformer issues, the Commission aims to restore more stable electricity supply, thereby improving the quality of life for the affected communities.",
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        "outlet": "Joy Business",
        "title": "PURC replaces 10 damaged transformers affecting over 60,000 customers in Central Region",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/purc-replaces-10-damaged-transformers-affecting-over-60-000-customers-12361359",
        "published": "2026-10-06T10:32:51.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}