The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has scheduled a nine-hour power outage in the Ashanti Region on Tuesday, 17 November 2026. The blackout will affect several communities including Offinso, Santasi, and Barekese. The outage is planned for maintenance purposes.
The ECG has confirmed the power cut will begin at 8:00 AM and last until 5:00 PM local time. Residents in the affected areas have been advised to prepare for the disruption. No alternative power sources have been announced for the duration of the outage.
The maintenance work is part of routine infrastructure checks. The ECG has not provided details on the specific equipment being serviced. This is the second scheduled power cut in the region this year. Previous outages have caused inconvenience to local businesses and households. The company has urged residents to conserve energy during the blackout.
