With Dumsor becoming more frequent, car washing businesses are reverting to manual methods of fetching water to sustain their operations. This shift back to labor-intensive techniques signifies a challenging period for these enterprises.
The intermittent power cuts have dealt a severe blow to the profitability of car washing bays, leading to significant financial losses. These businesses rely heavily on electricity to power their equipment and operate efficiently, making them particularly vulnerable to disruptions in the power supply.
Not only are car washers grappling with financial strain, but their customers are also feeling the impact. Lengthy delays in service due to the shortage of water and operational difficulties are causing inconvenience and frustration among clients.
In response to these challenges, JoyNews reporter Emmanuel Bright Quaicoe has provided a detailed account of the current situation in his report featured on the latest episode of DUMSOR Diaries.
“Dumsor” refers to the irregular and unpredictable power outages in Ghana.
It has significantly affected various sectors, including manufacturing and healthcare.
Businesses struggle with productivity and revenue losses.
Households face challenges like lack of electricity for cooking and lighting.
The causes include inadequate infrastructure and fuel supply issues.
Efforts to address dumsor include investments in power generation capacity.
Despite efforts, dumsor remains a recurring challenge in Ghana.
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