The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has responded to concerns raised by the Public Utilities Workers’ Union (PUWU) regarding the appointment of a Transaction Advisor for the Private Sector Participation (PSP) programme at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

In a statement, the Ministry noted that the PSP initiative was approved by Cabinet, led by President John Dramani Mahama, in April 2025. The programme forms part of broader reforms aimed at improving billing and revenue mobilisation, enhancing service delivery, and reducing aggregate technical and commercial losses at ECG.

While acknowledging the notable performance improvements at ECG since January 2025, the Ministry stressed that operational and financial challenges persist, posing risks to the company’s long-term sustainability and the stability of the power sector if not addressed.

The Ministry emphasised that “the Government of Ghana does not intend to, and will not, sell ECG.” It clarified that the PSP model is not a divestiture but a framework that leverages private sector expertise through multiple concession arrangements to strengthen specific operational areas of the utility.

It further reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ongoing, constructive engagement with PUWU, urging calm and restraint as discussions continue in good faith. The statement explained that appointing a transaction advisor is a technical and procedural step necessary to properly structure the PSP, and should not be interpreted as an indication of a full sale of ECG.

The Ministry concluded by underscoring the government’s dedication to protecting workers’ interests, enhancing ECG’s operations, and delivering a reliable, efficient, and sustainable power supply for all Ghanaians.