In the annals of history, there are tales of remarkable women who defied the odds, shattered stereotypes, and blazed trails in fields traditionally dominated by men. From Marie Curie’s groundbreaking work in physics to Rosa Parks’ courageous stand for civil rights, these women have left an indelible mark on the...
…VRA reiterates commitment to domestic consumers By Kizito CUDJOE The Independent Power Generators (IPG), representing independent power producers (IPPs), is advocating thorough monitoring of electricity production from aging hydro dams in light of the current nationwide power supply challenges. IPG’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor, said such a move...
A Tanzanian delegation was in the country to understudy the operations of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) in the petroleum downstream sector. The five-day visit by officials from the Tanzanian Ministry of Energy and the fuel agency was focused on NPA"s effective regulation and administration of the petroleum downstream, which...
By Kizito CUDJOE The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has issued a strict directive aimed at the Electricity Company of Ghana Limited (ECG) to ensure the financial stability and operational integrity of the energy sector. The directive, issued under Sections 3 and 24 of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission Act, 1997...
The energy sector stands at the forefront of the nation's development journey, playing a pivotal role in powering industries, driving economic growth, and improving the lives of its citizens. As the country marks her 67th birthday, a closer look at the sector reveals both challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Overview...
...Championing African Energy Independence As the Africa Energy Technology Conference draws near, one name stands out prominently among the key speakers—NJ Ayuk. Internationally acclaimed as a thought leader, lawyer, entrepreneur, and the Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, NJ Ayuk’s presence at the conference adds immense value and expertise...
With subsidiaries Hollard Insurance and Hollard Life, insurance group Hollard Ghana rewards Sandra Kumah, the valedictorian from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), with the Hollard Prize. The Hollard Prize, a vital component of the Hollard X Academia partnership, aims to celebrate and...
By Kizito CUDJOE The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a notable decrease in electricity tariffs for consumers. The latest adjustment will see residential consumers pay 6.56 percent less, while non-residential consumers will experience a decrease of 4.98 percent in their tariffs. The new tariffs takes effect April 1, 2024 and...
Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim’s stellar career is surpassed only by the great impact he has had on the oil and gas industry not just in Nigeria but across the continent of Africa. Prior to his appointment as APPO Secretary General on the 4th of January 2020, he was the adviser...
…awaits KPMG audit on controversial revenue contract Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) has received commendation from Samuel Atta Akyea, Chairperson of the Mines and Energy Committee of Parliament, following a visit by the committee to SML’s office in Tema. Mr. Atta Akyea lauded the set-up of the revenue audit firm as...