A team of GRIDCo’s Engineers and Technician Engineers have successfully assisted Cardinal Namdini Mining in Bolgatanga to install and commission a 40MVAR Static Var Generator (SVG) at the Goldmine. Static Var Generators are advanced power electronics devices used in electrical systems to regulate voltage, by absorbing and injecting reactive current. It also improves power quality.
GRIDCo has been honoured at the maiden Anglogold Ashanti (AGA), Obuasi Engineering Excellence Awards 2026. The honour was in recognition of the strong partnership between GRIDCo and AGA, Obuasi. The citation lauded the GRIDCo Team for its proactive approach to maintenance system reliability, which has contributed to sustaining AGA Obuasi’s operational stability. The objective
GRIDCo recently hosted a 24-member delegation from the Association of Power Utilities of Africa (APUA/ANCEE), Malawi’s Electricity Generation Company (EGENCO), and the Volta River Authority (VRA). The visit formed part of a practical training programme organised by the VRA Academy in partnership with APUA/ANCEE, aimed at promoting knowledge sharing and strengthening regional ties within Africa’s
Two (2) months after winning the 2025 Safety Quiz Championship, Mr. Nelson Kwame Adade still describes the feeling as amazing and a happy one! This keenly contested competition with nineteen (19) participants, three (3) rounds of six (6) broad tested areas saw Nelson emerge the overall best. Asked whether he knew he was going to
GRIDCo was honoured with two (2) awards at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards 2025, held on Friday, 28th November, 2025. The event brought together distinguished policymakers, regulators, sister utilities, private-sector leaders, engineers, and energy professionals to celebrate exceptional performance across the power and petroleum value chain. This year’s event, themed “Repositioning the Energy Sector as
In collaboration with Gamey & Gamey Group [a consultant, specialised in HR, ADR & Labour Relations], the Human Resource Department recently organised a two-day intensive training programme for national and local Executive Officers of both the Senior Staff Association, the Union, as well as a cross section of HR Officers, at the Hillview Guest
A cross section of the Board and Management of the Ghana Grid Company LTD. (GRIDCo) have begun a nationwide tour of its Operational Areas, starting with the Kumasi Area under the Northern Network Department (NND). The visit forms part of efforts to familiarise the new Board with GRIDCo’s operations and interact directly with staff.
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has been on a nationwide mission to deepen transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement in the ongoing 2025–2030 Major Tariff Review process. Through a series of Regional Public Hearings, the Commission is ensuring that every Ghanaian - from policymakers and industry players to consumers and traditional leaders - understands
The Director of System Operations (DSO), Ing. Hussaini Adams, recently hosted a delegation from Zijin Golden Ridge Mine - the new owners of the Newmont Akyem Mine - at GRIDCo’s System Control Centre (SCC) in Tema.This visit formed part of Zijin’s quarterly stakeholder engagements and also served as a strategic familiarisation tour to deepen their
GRIDCo Management and Staff once again gathered at a special Thanksgiving Service to acknowledge the Company’s evolution and the grace that has sustained it over the years. The programme also highlighted the Company’s impact on the energy sector so far, while honouring the efforts of past and present staff who have contributed to its mission
