TUC could engage with the government on the current wage level and its impact on the cost of living amid new utility tariff increases
TUC could engage with the government on the current wage level and its impact on the cost of living amid new utility tariff increases
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has warned that reversing its 2026–2030 Multi-Year Tariff Order (MYTO) could have serious consequences for the stability of Ghana’s energy and water sectors, as well as the broader economy.
The commission reaffirmed this position in a communiqué issued after joint meetings with the Trades Union Congress (TUC) held on December 11 and 30, 2025, during which the new tariff schedule set to take effect on January 1, 2026, was discussed.
The discussions focused on the potential impact of the tariffs on workers’ living conditions and the need for electricity and water sector stability.
While PURC reaffirmed the importance of maintaining the tariff, the Commission also acknowledged concerns raised by TUC and promised to address them in the next tariff review.
TUC said it will monitor the effect of the tariffs on salaries and wages and engage the government on wage levels in relation to the rising cost of living.
Both parties emphasised the importance of ongoing dialogue to ensure tariff decisions balance economic stability, affordability, and service delivery while protecting the interests of Ghanaian workers.
