Ghanaians are aware of load shedding, just release a timetable – Mahama to govt

In the midst of sporadic power outages across Ghana, former President John Mahama has voiced a pressing demand for the government to acknowledge the ongoing power crisis, commonly referred to as ‘dumsor’, and to publish a definitive load shedding timetable for the public.

His comments come as part of his “Building the Ghana We Want” tour in the Upper West region, spotlighting a growing concern among Ghanaians regarding the transparency and management of the nation’s power supply.

Addressing residents in Sissala West, Mahama criticized the current administration for its reticence on the power challenges facing the country, contrasting it with his own approach during his presidency of maintaining openness with the public about difficulties and remedial actions.

According to Mahama, the failure to admit to and properly manage the power situation is leading to unnecessary inconvenience and frustration among the populace.

Mahama detailed the technical and financial hurdles plaguing Ghana’s power sector, including issues with generation assets, and the financial struggles to procure gas and fuel essential for power production.

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He revealed that the country is currently shedding between 280 to 480 megawatts of power daily due to these challenges.

Yet, in his view, the government’s refusal to officially declare these outages as load shedding or to provide a schedule is misleading, leaving Ghanaians unprepared for the inevitable disruptions to their daily lives.

The former president’s remarks underscore a broader call for accountability and transparency from the government in addressing the nation’s energy crisis.

He suggested that the government’s acknowledgment of the situation and a clear communication strategy, including a load shedding timetable, would not only foster trust between the state and its citizens but also allow people and businesses to better plan around power outages, mitigating the impact on daily life and economic activities.

The issue of ‘dumsor’ is not new to Ghana, having been a significant challenge in past years.

However, the recent resurgence of power outages has reignited concerns over the country’s energy sector’s stability and the government’s capacity to ensure a reliable power supply.

As Ghanaians grapple with the implications of these outages on their daily lives and the economy, the call for a more transparent and proactive approach to managing the nation’s power crisis has never been more urgent.

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