Kadjebi: The inhabitants in the Kadjebi District are complaining about intermittent power outages referred to as 'Dumsor' in the area lately. They described the 'Dumsor' as disruptive and an affront to their daily lives and are calling for an end to the outages. On Saturday, January 4, power went off at 2000 hours and was restored around 1100 hours on Sunday, January 5, and again went off at 1900 hours and restored at 2200 hours the same day.
According to Ghana News Agency, Ms. Justine Korkor Amegatse, a 45-year-old fishmonger and resident of Kadjebi, stated that the frequent power outages have had a negative impact on her economic activities, causing her fishes to spoil and rendering her refrigerator and other electrical appliances unusable. She indicated that 'Dumsor' has also caused inconvenience and discomfort to her household, as they have to sleep without a fan. Ms. Amegatse called on the authorities to address the issue.
Mr. Agyei Kingsley Kyeremeh, a Physician Assistant in charge of the Dodo-Amanfrom Health Centre, mentioned that the power outages are affecting service delivery and pose a threat to the safety of patients, healthcare workers, cold chain medications, and medical equipment. He reported that their facility has three broken vaccine fridges and two damaged autoclaves due to 'Dumsor'. Mr. Kyeremeh also highlighted the risk of cross-infection during medical procedures due to inadequate lighting.
Nana Amanano Mensah II, Regent of Dodi Traditional Area, expressed that the power outages have increased stress and anxiety for the community. He urged the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to provide prior information to the public before power outages occur, to allow for adequate preparation. Attempts to obtain a response from the provider have been unsuccessful.
