The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has commissioned a new 11KV feeder at Teshie New England, marking a significant step toward enhancing power supply in the region.
The newly constructed feeder is designed to improve the quality and reliability of electricity, significantly reducing instances of power outages and low voltage that customers in Teshie, Tseaddo, Chain Homes, and surrounding areas have been experiencing.
Ing. Bismark Otoo, Regional General Manager of the Accra East Region, explained that the construction of the new feeder aligns with ECG’s commitment to providing safe, high-quality, and reliable electricity to consumers.
He noted that the existing feeder serving the area was overloaded, resulting in frequent outages and low voltage due to high demand.
“We recognized that customers in this enclave were facing regular outages and low voltage because of the excess load on the old feeder. With this new feeder, some customers will be transferred to relieve the load on the old one, meaning they will no longer experience frequent outages and low voltages,” he stated.
Ing. Otoo made these remarks during the technical commissioning of the new feeder at the Trade Fair site in Accra on Friday, April 11, 2025.
He emphasised that the Accra East Region is committed to promoting local economic growth by ensuring a stable power supply throughout the area.
He further explained that the commissioning of the new feeder would bring convenience to customers who rely on electricity for their businesses, thereby boosting economic activity in the region.
The Accra East Region aims to enhance customer satisfaction through various development projects tailored to meet electricity needs. The new feeder forms part of a broader initiative to reduce downtime and improve the overall customer experience in Teshie New England, Tseaddo, Chain Homes, and nearby communities.
Ing. Otoo also highlighted that the project would facilitate quicker fault detection and isolation, allowing engineers to restore power more swiftly in the event of a disruption.
He added that the Accra East Region has undertaken several projects to improve service delivery and ensure customer satisfaction.
Residents present at the commissioning event expressed their gratitude for the initiative, highlighting the positive impact it is expected to have on their daily lives.
Source: Mary Ablorh, Contributor
