Ghana Power Compact

Transforming Energy Access Across Ghana

Overview

The Ghana Power Compact was a $316 million partnership between the Government of Ghana and the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), signed in 2014 to improve the reliability, affordability, and sustainability of electricity. It concluded in June 2022 with significant impact on Ghana’s energy sector and economic development.

Strategic Focus

The Pillars of Power Transformation

Strengthening Power Infrastructure

Upgraded substations, transmission lines, and distribution systems, reducing losses and improving overall power reliability

Improved Healthcare Delivery

Enhanced electricity supply to health facilities, supporting hospital operations, vaccine storage, and critical medical equipment.

Inclusive Economic Growth

Promoted gender inclusion through training, internships, and mentorship for women, while improving market infrastructure for safer and more efficient trading.

Advancing Energy Efficiency

Reduced energy costs through LED streetlights, appliance testing laboratory, and energy efficient technologies.

Climate-Smart Energy Solutions

Supported sustainable energy practices through education, policy development, and reduced energy consumption.

Enhancing Urban Safety and Productivity

Improved lighting and upgraded systems in major markets, increasing safety and enabling extended business hours.

The Compact - Documents

Congressional Notifications - MCC

Ghana Post-Termination CN

Ghana Partial Termination CN

Ghana, Post Signing CN

Ghana, Intent to Sign

Ghana, Intent to Negotiate

Legal Agreements

Ghana Power Compact Amendment

Program Implementation Agreement with Ghana

Second Compact between MCC and Ghana

Ghana Compact II 609(g) Development Funding Agreement

Press Releases

Building a ‘Brighter’ Future: MCC, Ghana Complete $316 Million Power Compact

MCC Statement Regarding Termination of the Private Sector Concession by the Government of Ghana

Readout of the September 2016 MCC Board of Directors Meeting

U.S., Ghana Sign Compact to Transform Power Sector

Leading Corporate Executives Voice Support for MCC’s Ghana Power Compact

Documents

Building Energy Efficiency in Ghana

Improving Electricity Quality and Reliability in Ghana

Strengthening the Electricity Grid in Ghana

Supporting Electricity Sector Regulatory Reform in Ghana

Ghana Power Compact Constraints Analysis

Impact

The Ghana Power Compact has significantly improved the quality of life for millions of Ghanaians, reduced costs and inefficiencies in electricity distribution, strengthened institutional capacity within the energy sector, created a strong foundation for sustained private sector investment, and enhanced economic productivity across multiple sectors.

Sustainability and Legacy

The Compact has established a strong foundation for continued reforms in the energy sector, the expansion of reliable and affordable electricity access, and long-term economic growth and resilience. The infrastructure, policies, and institutional capacity developed under the programme continue to support Ghana’s transition toward a modern, efficient, and inclusive power sector.

Blogs

“I hope that the number of women in leadership and management positions increases significantly.”

August 23, 2021

“There is an assumption that you cannot do the things that the field requires, such as climbing a pole, because you are a woman.”

September 7, 2021

“It is very common for girls to get the training, but then not be able to find work in the field.”

September 9, 2021

Powering Ghana's future

Compact II transformed Ghana’s power sector through infrastructure modernization, regulatory reform, and energy efficiency, building a more reliable, sustainable energy future for millions of Ghanaians.