Ghana’s electricity consumption continues its upward trajectory, with total usage reaching 13,098 GWh in 2024, a significant increase from 12,390 GWh in 2023, according to data from the 2025 National Energy Statistical Bulletin.
The report, compiled by the Energy Commission, highlights a balanced growth across sectors, with industry and residential consumers driving the bulk of demand.
The industrial sector consumed 4,666 GWh in 2024, representing 35.6% of total usage, followed closely by residential customers at 4,557 GWh (34.8%).
The service sector maintained steady growth, accounting for 2,801 GWh or 21.4% of total consumption.
Mining operations recorded a modest rise to 610 GWh, while street lighting and water pumping consumed 308 GWh and 157 GWh respectively.
The agriculture sector, though still a small share of total demand, consumed 25 GWh, a notable increase from 21 GWh in 2023.
This rising demand underscores Ghana’s ongoing industrialisation efforts and urban expansion, particularly as the country seeks to become a regional hub for energy supply and manufacturing.
The Energy Commission notes that increasing electrification, especially in underserved areas, and higher consumption by new industrial entrants contributed to the 5.7% year-on-year growth in electricity use.
However, the report also calls attention to the need for improving efficiency and reducing system losses, as distribution utilities continue to battle with technical and commercial losses, which in 2024 stood at nearly 32% of electricity purchased.
As energy demand surges, stakeholders are stressing the need for investing in grid reliability, renewable sources, and regulatory reforms to ensure sustainable growth and meet the country’s developmental ambitions.
