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Ghana transport fares to increase by 8% from September 26

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Public transport fares in Ghana are set to increase by 8% effective Saturday, September 26, 2026. The decision follows weeks of negotiations between the Ministry of Transport and major unions, including the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC).

While transport operators initially demanded increases of 25% to 30% due to rising costs for fuel, spare parts, insurance, and maintenance, they ultimately accepted the 8% adjustment. The GPRTU indicated that this compromise was reached following government assurances regarding potential future reductions in fuel prices.

The new rates will apply to various commercial services, including trotros, shared taxis, and long-distance buses. The agreement aims to balance the financial pressures faced by operators with the economic burden on commuters.

Entities

Ghana · Ghana Private Road Transport Union · Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council · Godwin Edudzi Tamakloe · Ministry of Transport · National Petroleum Authority · Samuel Amoah

Sources

GPRTU Rejects Govt’s Proposed 10–15% Fare Increase, Demands at Least 25% [abcnewsgh.com]
Transport Operators Push for 30% Fare Hike, Government Negotiates 10–15% [kessbenonline.com]
Transport fares to go up by 8% effective September 26 [myrepubliconline.com]
Public Transport Fares To Go Up By 8% From September 26 [opemsuo.com]
Transport fares up by 8% from Saturday [rainbowradioonline.com]
GPRTU lacks power to control fares charged by non-member drivers - Deputy PRO [3news.com]
Transport fares to go up 8% from Saturday [www.adomonline.com]
Ghanaians to pay more for public transport as fares rise by 8% from Sept 26 [www.pulse.com.gh]
Public transport fares to increase by 8% from September 26 [www.myjoyonline.com]