{
  "id": 18288369,
  "title": "ECG Tema region replaces 14 faulty transformers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/ecg-tema-region-replaces-14-faulty-transformers",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T10:24:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/ecg-tema-region-replaces-14-faulty-transformers/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) in Tema Region has replaced 14 faulty transformers across its operational area between October 28th and November 1st, 2026. These 100 kVA to 200 kVA transformers were causing disruptions to electricity supply in the region. The replacement project targeted six districts - Krobo, Ada, Prampram, Afienya, Tema North, and Nungua. Tema Region General Manager, Ing. Jonathan K. Adjabeng, highlighted ongoing issues with supply due to faulty transformers, some of which were affected by technical problems and illegal connections. He emphasized the region's commitment to providing safe, reliable and quality electricity, despite facing challenges beyond their control.",
  "summary": "The Tema Region of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has replaced 14 faulty transformers within its operational area. The replacements, carried out from 28th October to 1st November 2026, involved 100 kVA to 200 kVA transformers that had developed faults and were affecting electricity supply to customers. The exercise was undertaken to support the […]",
  "key_points": [
    "ECG replaced 14 faulty transformers in Tema Region.",
    "Replacement occurred between October 28th and November 1st, 2026.",
    "Six districts targeted: Krobo, Ada, Prampram, Afienya, Tema North, Nungua."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}