The Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has announced that Ghana’s National Interconnected Transmission System experienced a major power system disturbance at approximately 3:11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, leading to widespread interruptions in electricity supply across parts of the country.
In a press statement, GRIDCo explained that the disturbance caused the simultaneous tripping of some power generation plants, resulting in the disruption of electricity supply.
The company said it has activated its established system restoration procedures, with engineers and system operators working around the clock in collaboration with other power sector stakeholders to restore electricity as quickly as possible without compromising safety.
GRIDCo also disclosed that a comprehensive technical investigation has begun to determine the exact cause of the incident.
The company apologised for the inconvenience caused and thanked the public for their patience and understanding. It assured customers that every effort is being made to restore power to all affected areas promptly and safely, adding that further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
By: Bernard Mensah
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