Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo, the acting Chief Executive of the Volta River Authority (VRA), has outlined significant investments aimed at improving power generation reliability in Ghana. His comments were made during the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) investment hearing on July 7, 2025. Obeng-Kenzo highlighted VRA’s pivotal role in the nation’s economic growth and the ongoing initiatives to enhance critical infrastructure.
He emphasized the importance of asset reliability, stating that VRA has implemented various strategies to ensure its machines operate effectively. Since 2022, the utility has made substantial investments in infrastructure, with positive outcomes observed nationwide, including operational solar plants and facilities like Ahomaso in Kumasi.
Obeng-Kenzo also discussed the life extension project for the nearly 25-year-old Aboadze Power Plant, noting that modernization efforts will allow it to function for an additional two decades. Furthermore, he mentioned retrofitting the Akosombo Dam with advanced technology to boost its efficiency.
These initiatives reflect VRA’s commitment to sustainability and technological innovation, reinforcing the utility’s strategic vision for Ghana’s energy future. The PURC hearing is a crucial step in finalizing the Multi-Year Tariff Order for 2025–2028, where utility companies justify their investment plans for potential tariff changes.