The Trades Union Congress (TUC) and the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) have agreed to deepen collaboration to address the impact of the 2026–2030 Multi-Year Tariff Order (MYTO) on workers and the Ghanaian economy.
The agreement follows meetings held on December 11 and 30, 2025, where both institutions deliberated on PURC’s announcement of the new MYTO, which takes effect on January 1, 2026.
In a joint statement, the TUC and PURC said discussions centred on the implications of the tariff adjustments for the cost of living, electricity supply stability, and investment in the power and water sectors.
The PURC emphasised that reversing the tariff decision could compromise its independence and affect the stability of the energy and water sectors, as well as the broader economy. However, the Commission acknowledged the concerns raised by the TUC and pledged to consider them during the next tariff review.
The TUC stated it will continue monitoring the effects of the tariff adjustments on salaries and wages, with findings guiding future engagement with government on wage levels and their impact on workers’ cost of living.
Both parties highlighted the importance of ongoing dialogue to ensure tariff decisions balance affordability, electricity stability, water access, and economic growth for Ghanaian workers.
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