Electricity Company of Ghana

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), also known as Electricity Company of Ghana, serves as Ghana's primary electricity distributor. Its core function involves providing electricity distribution services to customers across Ghana. This includes facilitating customer transactions for purchasing power and managing the delivery of electricity to end-users. The company's operations are central to maintaining power supply reliability for consumers and businesses within the Ghanaian market. As the main distributor, ECG plays a critical role in the nation's electricity infrastructure.

ECG experienced a significant cybersecurity incident on September 27, 2022, when a ransomware attack compromised its systems. Hackers infiltrated sections of the company's infrastructure, altering source code and seizing control of portions of its servers. This breach severely disrupted critical operational functions, preventing customers from purchasing electricity and causing prolonged power outages for many. The incident was described by sources as a potential national security concern due to its impact on essential services and the company's vital role. Specific details regarding the resolution of the attack or any ransom demands were not publicly disclosed by the sources. The attack highlighted vulnerabilities impacting customer transactions and service reliability for Ghana's principal electricity provider.