In a recent development, two transport unions in Ghana have jointly declared an increase in transport fares, slated to take effect from Saturday, April 13, 2024 in response to recent surge in petroleum prices.
The Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana and the Transport Operators of Ghana issued a joint statement on Monday, April 8, 2024, citing the pressing need to adjust fares due to the escalating costs of fuel and associated operational expenses. The decision, they claimed, was precipitated by the lack of government intervention in addressing the rising prices of petroleum products, vehicle spare parts, and lubricants.
The announced fare adjustments entail a 15 per cent increase for short-distance or intracity transport services, while intercity or long-journey transport fares will see a 20 per cent hike. Additionally, taxi services will witness a 15 per cent increment, with the fare for short-distance taxi rides rising from GH¢ 10.00 to GH¢ 15.00.
In their statement, representatives of the two unions expressed frustration over what they perceived as governmental indifference toward mitigating the financial strain on transport operators and drivers. They emphasized that prevailing economic challenges, coupled with the soaring costs of essential commodities, have exacerbated the living conditions of those within the transportation sector.
“Just as it may have been noted by most Ghanaians, the government appears to be indifferent regarding any reduction in the price of petrol as well as those of vehicle spare parts and lubricants. Also, the prevailing economic difficulties and other factors are worsening the living conditions of transport owners and drivers,” the unions stated.
Read below the full statement by the Transport Unions:
Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana-C-DAG)/Transport Operators of Ghana
April 8, 2024
Joint Press Statement
NOTICE OF TRANSPORT FARE INCREMENT
A recent increment in the price of petrol has necessitated an upward adjustment in transport fares as follows.
1. 15 percent increment for short distance or intracity transport.
2. 20 percent for intercity or long-journey transport
3. 15percent for taxi transport and
4. An increment from GHC 10.00 to GHC 15.00 fare for short-distance taxi hire services.
This increment shall take effect from Saturday, April 13, 2024.
Just as it may have been noted by most Ghanaians government appear to be indifferent regarding any reduction in the price of petrol as well as those of vehicle spare parts and lubricants.
Also, the prevailing economic difficulties and other factors are worsening the living condition of transport owners and drivers.
We are therefore urging all Ghanaians to take note of the increment and cooperate with transport operators. Thank You.
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Sgd.
Asonaba Nana Wiredu- Deputy Secretary, C-DAG
0540377307.
Paa Willie- National Chairman, C-DAG
0242971025.
Yaw Barimah- PRO- True Drivers Union
0554822565, 0500312104
David Agboado- P.R.O., C-DAG
0541063682.
