• Login
NORVANREPORTS.COM |  Business News, Insurance, Taxation, Oil & Gas, Maritime News, Ghana, Africa, World
  • Home
  • News
    • General
    • Political
  • Economy
  • Business
    • Agribusiness
    • Aviation
    • Banking & Finance
    • Energy
    • Insurance
    • Manufacturing
    • Markets
    • Maritime
    • Real Estate
    • Tourism
    • Transport
  • Technology
    • Telecom
    • Cyber-security
    • Cryptocurrency
    • Tech-guide
    • Social Media
  • Features
    • Interviews
    • Opinions
  • Reports
    • Banking/Finance
    • Insurance
    • Budgets
    • GDP
    • Inflation
    • Central Bank
    • Sec/Gse
  • Lifestyle
    • Sports
    • Entertainment
    • Travel
    • Environment
    • Weather
  • NRTV
    • Audio
    • Video
No Result
View All Result
No Result
View All Result
NORVANREPORTS.COM |  Business News, Insurance, Taxation, Oil & Gas, Maritime News, Ghana, Africa, World
No Result
View All Result
Home Business

Government finalizes arrears restructuring pact with IPPs

1 year ago
in Business, Economy, Features, highlights, Home, home-news, latest News, Markets
1 min read
0 0
0
62
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linkedin

Government finalizes arrears restructuring pact with IPPs

Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has announced the successful conclusion of negotiations with Independent Power Producers (IPPs) aimed at restructuring long-standing arrears.

After six years of deliberations, the agreement entails IPPs accepting reduced claims, allowing the government to stagger payments over a five-year period.

“This milestone agreement with IPPs marks a significant achievement in our efforts to stabilize Ghana’s energy sector,” stated Dr. Amin Adam.

The deal, finalized with four major IPPs, is expected to provide substantial fiscal relief, addressing persistent financial challenges within the sector.

Dr. Amin Adam emphasized the broader implications of the agreement, highlighting its role in ensuring uninterrupted power supply essential for industrial growth.

“With this restructuring, we are confident in our ability to manage and enhance the reliability of our power infrastructure,” he affirmed.

RelatedPosts

MTN Nigeria Now the Most Capitalized Stock in Nigeria

Nigerian Stock Market Creates Largest Pool of Billion-Dollar Stocks in 2025

OPEC+ Nears Decision Point on Next Oil Output Hike

Ghana’s energy sector has grappled with substantial financial burdens, accumulating approximately $1 billion in debt annually, largely attributed to excess capacity charges and operational inefficiencies.

Recent assessments by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) underscored the sector’s vulnerability, with outstanding debts nearing $2 billion by the close of 2022, predominantly owed to IPPs and fuel suppliers.

The sector’s financial woes have been compounded by below-cost-recovery tariffs, distribution losses, and contractual obligations underpinning significant financial shortfalls.

These challenges have persisted amidst fluctuating exchange rates and tight financing conditions, exacerbating Ghana’s energy debt crisis.

Ghana’s current energy landscape reveals critical infrastructural gaps, with peak demand exceeding available capacity by a significant margin.

The nation’s installed capacity, though substantial at 5,626 MW, remains underutilized at 58%, translating to a shortfall of 2,375 MW during peak periods.

Ongoing maintenance issues and fuel supply constraints have further strained operational capabilities, necessitating strategic measures to mitigate potential power outages.

As Ghana navigates its energy sector reforms, the recent agreement with IPPs heralds a critical step towards financial stability and operational efficiency.

The government’s commitment to enhancing power generation capabilities and mitigating supply chain vulnerabilities remains pivotal amidst evolving energy dynamics.

Tags: arrears restructuring pactgovernmentGovernment finalizes arrears restructuring pact with IPPsIPPs
No Result
View All Result

Highlights

Europe’s Energy Future Hinges on Global Powers

US Companies Cut Investments in China to Record Lows, Here’s Why

How AI is Rewriting and Enhancing Water Risk Management

SheFarms Broiler Edition Kicks Off in Greater Accra

PharmAccess Ghana, Healthcare Federation of Ghana sign SafeCare License Agreement; to use Newest ISQua-Certified Version 5

Tanzania Sink Burkina Faso to Delight Home Crowd In TotalEnergies CHAN 2024 Opener

Trending

Features

MTN Nigeria Now the Most Capitalized Stock in Nigeria

August 3, 2025

MTN Nigeria Now the Most Capitalized Stock in Nigeria MTN Nigeria has surged to become the most...

Nigerian Stock Market Creates Largest Pool of Billion-Dollar Stocks in 2025

August 3, 2025

OPEC+ Nears Decision Point on Next Oil Output Hike

August 3, 2025

Europe’s Energy Future Hinges on Global Powers

August 3, 2025

US Companies Cut Investments in China to Record Lows, Here’s Why

August 3, 2025

Who we are?

NORVANREPORTS.COM |  Business News, Insurance, Taxation, Oil & Gas, Maritime News, Ghana, Africa, World

NorvanReports is a unique data, business, and financial portal aimed at providing accurate, impartial reporting of business news on Ghana, Africa, and around the world from a truly independent reporting and analysis point of view.

© 2020 Norvanreports – credible news platform.
L: Hse #4 3rd Okle Link, Baatsonaa – Accra-Ghana T:+233-(0)26 451 1013 E: news@norvanreports.com info@norvanreports.com
All rights reserved we display professionalism at all stages of publications

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Business
    • Agribusiness
    • Aviation
    • Energy
    • Insurance
    • Manufacturing
    • Real Estate
    • Maritime
    • Tourism
    • Transport
    • Banking & Finance
    • Trade
    • Markets
  • Economy
  • Reports
  • Technology
    • Cryptocurrency
    • Cyber-security
    • Social Media
    • Tech-guide
    • Telecom
  • Features
    • Interviews
    • Opinions
  • Lifestyle
    • Entertainment
    • Sports
    • Travel
    • Environment
    • Weather
  • NRTV
    • Audio
    • Video

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Create New Account!

Fill the forms bellow to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
NORVANREPORTS.COM | Business News, Insurance, Taxation, Oil & Gas, Maritime News, Ghana, Africa, World
This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.
We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.