GPRTU, GRTCC Agree to 8% Increase in Transport Fares From September 26
GPRTU, GRTCC Agree to 8% Increase in Transport Fares From September 26
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) have agreed to an 8% increase in commercial transport fares following discussions with the government over rising operational costs.
The transport unions had earlier called for an upward review of fares, citing increasing expenses faced by commercial transport operators.
At an initial meeting with the Ministry of Transport on September 8, the GPRTU and GRTCC presented their proposals, while the government outlined measures aimed at reducing the impact of the fare adjustment on both transport operators and passengers.
One of the measures proposed by the government was a GH¢2 reduction per litre on diesel.
Following the meeting, a joint technical team made up of representatives from the Ministry of Transport, GPRTU and GRTCC was formed to examine the various cost components involved in operating commercial transport services.
The team was tasked with assessing the costs and making recommendations on an appropriate adjustment to transport fares.
During the consultation period, drivers and transport operators were also urged to continue charging the existing fares until an official decision was reached.
As of September 16, both the GPRTU and the Progressive Transport Owners’ Association (PROTOA) had stated that no new transport fares had officially been approved.
Following the latest agreement, however, commuters are expected to start paying the revised fares from September 26, 2026.
The approved 8% adjustment will apply to commercial public transport services, including trotros and shared taxis.
Transport operators are expected to implement the new fares in line with the agreed fare structure.
The fare review comes amid concerns from transport operators over increasing costs associated with vehicle maintenance, spare parts, fuel and other operational expenses.
The consultations between the government and transport unions were aimed at finding a balance between the rising cost of running commercial transport services and the financial pressure on commuters.
