The Transport Operators Union and the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana have announced a 30 percent increase in transport fares effective March 7, 2024. A joint press release by the two bodies explained that the decision to increase fares stems from the government’s failure to address their concerns. “As drivers’ associations, we expressed disappointment in […] The post Transport
Some residents in the Ashanti Regional capital, Kumasi, say they will hold the Government accountable for its pledge to finish the Kumasi International Airport by May 2024. During his State of the Nation address in Parliament on Tuesday, President Akufo-Addo reiterated that the Airport’s completion was scheduled for May this year. Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, […] The post Residents
Some residents in the Ashanti Regional capital, Kumasi, say they will hold the Government accountable for its pledge to finish the Kumasi International Airport by May 2024. During his State of the Nation address in Parliament on Tuesday, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo reiterated that the Airport’s completion was scheduled for May this year. Dr. […] The post Promise
By E. N. Kwame NKRUMAH (Dr) & David ALEMZERO (Dr) While ostensibly rooted in environmental concerns, the recent introduction of a Vehicle and industrial Emission levy in Ghana has ignited a profound and nuanced debate within the socio-political landscape. Critics argue that the hurried implementation of the levy raises questions about the government’s commitment to […] The post
By Emmanuel AKOMEA Access Bank Ghana PLC has signed a partnership agreement with Mac Autos & Spare Parts Ghana Limited to enhance vehicle ownership in the country. Mac Autos & Spare Parts Ghana Limited, including its subsidiary, MG Auto Trading Ghana Limited, is a leading automobile dealership, selling a wide range of leading brands. As part of […] The post
…revolutionizing ride hail safety Yango, an international tech company committed to reshaping everyday services with cutting-edge technology, proudly introduces two new groundbreaking safety features in Ghana to underscore its unwavering commitment to prioritizing safety for users, partners and drivers. The features named ‘’Route Monitoring’’ and ‘’Trusted Contacts’’ are currently in the testing phase and are […] The post
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has disclosed that it will increase transport fares following the imposition of the Emissions Levy which took effect on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The Emissions Levy which is contained in the 2024 budget is in line with the government’s efforts aimed at tackling greenhouse gas emissions to promote […] The post Emissions
British High Commissioner Harriet Thompson has expressed the UK’s readiness to collaborate with Ghana to advance electric vehicles (EVs). “We are thinking about it in the long term¸” the High Commissioner said at an auto investor reception at her residence in Accra. She added: “We are not only here thinking about what are the opportunities today, but we are also very much interested in how the sector […] The post
Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, Transport Minister The Ministry of Transport has called on the public to disregard purported increase in public transport fares by commercial road transport operators. In a Read More... The post Govt, Transport Operators Tango Over
The Ministry of Transport has asked the public to disregard the purported increase in transport fares by the Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana and the Ghana Private Road and Transport Union (GPRTU). In a statement issued on Wednesday, January 17, the Ministry said, “There has not been any negotiation with the transport operators for a […] The post Disregard
The Ministry of Transport has asked the public to disregard the purported 30 percent increase in transport fares by the Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana from January 22. In a statement issued on Wednesday, January 17, it said, “There has not been any negotiation with the transport operators for a review of the transport fares. […] The post Disregard
…A night of emotions, celebrations and life changing stories International tech company Yango has organized the maiden edition of the Yango Digital Mobility Awards (YDMA2023) to celebrate its cherished partners, partner drivers, users and allied service providers in a plush dinner event held at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra on Friday, 22nd December 2023. Some […] The post
The General Secretary of Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Godfred Abulbire, has revealed the recently launched ‘tap n’ go’ application will help taxi drivers earn more money. “With the app, just like the already existing digital taxi apps, a driver does not need to move around in search of a passenger, all he needs […] The post Tap
The Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service has achieved notable success in its efforts to improve road safety. Between January and October 2023, the MTTD secured convictions for nearly 3,000 traffic offenders, contributing to a significant decline in road accidents and fatalities. Notable interventions, including Operation PAILES (Police Anti-Insecure Loading […] The post MTTD
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has urged all road users to prioritise safety and adhere to road regulations during and after the festive season, in order to prevent lawlessness and misconduct on the roads. This call comes in the wake of provisional data from the Ghana Police Service, which indicate that from January to […] The post NRSA urges road users
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