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DC Kwame Kwakye Blog of Thursday, 22 May 2025
Source: KWAME KWAKYE
Some commercial drivers in the Cape Coast Metropolis have expressed opposition to the proposed 15 percent reduction in transport fares, scheduled to take effect nationwide on Saturday, 24 May 2025.
The new fares follow negotiations between the Ministry of Transport and transport unions, with the reduction attributed to the recent appreciation of the Ghana cedi against major foreign currencies and a subsequent decline in fuel prices.
However, a survey conducted by Radio Central Business revealed that several drivers in Cape Coast are dissatisfied with the directive. Some indicated they intend to maintain current fares despite the nationwide adjustment.
According to the drivers, fuel prices represent only one component of their operational costs. They argue that the prices of spare parts, engine oil, gas, and food items remain high, and claim that a blanket reduction in fares is unfair.
Meanwhile, the Central Regional Senior Industrial Relations Officer of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Mr Alex Mustapha, confirmed the new fares in an interview with Radio Central. He clarified that the decision was not based solely on fuel prices and warned that any driver who fails to comply with the directive would face sanctions, including possible expulsion from the Union.
As May 24 approaches, with most commuters in the metropolis expecting a reduction in lorry fares, we can only hope to witness how things pan out on May 24, 2025. Will the Transport Unions be able to crack the whip, punishing recalcitrant drivers? Only time will tell.
By: Susan Afiba Essien
