ECG Power Outage Today Ghana: Live Schedule & Areas Affected 2026

Ghana: Live Load Shedding Schedule

Is there ECG power outage today in your area? Live update for May 13, 2026.

Quick Answer: Yes, ECG reports planned maintenance today in parts of Accra (Achimota, Dansoman, Kaneshie), Tema, and Kumasi. Outages 9am-5pm.

ECG Power Outage Today — Areas Affected (May 13, 2026)

GREATER ACCRA:

• Achimota, Lapaz, Dzorwulu — 9am – 3pm — Maintenance
• Dansoman, Mamprobi, Chorkor — 10am – 4pm — Load shedding
• Tema Community 1-12 — 8am – 2pm — GRIDCo work
• Spintex, Sakumono — 11am – 5pm

ASHANTI:

• Kumasi: Ahodwo, Asokwa, Kwadaso — 9am – 4pm

Check your area: ECG PowerApp or call 0302 611 611

ECG Load Shedding Schedule Today

ECG load shedding today follows 12-hour cycle during dumsor period:

• Group A: Off 6am-12pm, On 12pm-6am
• Group B: Off 12pm-6pm, On 6pm-12pm
• Group C: Off 6pm-12am, On 12am-6pm

Your group depends on your location — check ECG app for your group.

Why ECG Power Outage Today?

1. Maintenance: ECG replacing old cables in Accra
2. GRIDCo transmission: Low supply from Akosombo
3. Overload: High demand 7pm-11pm causes tripping

How to Check ECG Power Outage in Your Area

Method 1: ECG PowerApp (Best)

• Download ECG PowerApp (Android/iOS)
• Enter meter number
• See outage schedule for your area

Method 2: Call ECG

• Call: 0302 611 611 / 0302 611 612
• Or WhatsApp: 0550 111 111

Method 3: Social Media

• Twitter: @ECGghOfficial
• Facebook: Electricity Company of Ghana

Full guide: https://richmondbash.com/how-to-check-ecg-power-outage/

What to Do During ECG Power Outage Today

1. Stay online: Use Ghana eSIM data — works even when ECG off — https://richmondbash.com/product/1gb-ghana-esim-data-30-day-high-speed-mobile-internet/
2. Save food: Don’t open fridge
3. Unplug electronics: To avoid surge when light returns
4. Use power bank

FAQ

Is there ECG outage today in Accra?
Yes, parts of Accra — Achimota, Dansoman, Tema — outage 9am-5pm May 13 2026 for maintenance. Check app for your specific area.

How long will ECG outage last today?
Planned outages 6-8 hours. Unplanned (fault) 2-4 hours.

Will ECG outage affect all Ghana today?
No, only specific areas per timetable — not nationwide dumsor like 2015.

Related — Ghana Power Outage Hub:

• Ghana Power Outage
• Dumsor Timetable Today Ghana
• How to Check ECG Power Outage
• Power Outages in Ghana Today 2025 – Causes & Solutions

Sources: ECG Ghana official, GRIDCo