Transport Fares To Increase By 20% From June 2

Commuters who rely on public transportation will have to pay more for their daily commute from June 2 after transport operators announced a 20 percent increase in fares nationwide.

The fare adjustment was agreed upon by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana.

The increase will apply to all forms of public transport, including intra-city (Trotro), and inter-city services.

The transport operators say the decision was taken in response to the rising cost of running their businesses. They argue that fuel prices, vehicle maintenance expenses, and the cost of spare parts have continued to place pressure on operators, making it difficult to maintain existing fares.

Speaking on the decision, GPRTU National Deputy Public Relations Officer Samuel Amoah said transport unions had delayed a fare review despite growing concerns from drivers and vehicle owners.

According to him, operators had hoped economic conditions would improve, but increasing operational costs have made a fare adjustment unavoidable.

The new fares are expected to take effect nationwide on Tuesday, with transport unions indicating that updated fare charts will be made available at stations and terminals.

The announcement is likely to affect thousands of commuters who depend on public transport for work, business, and other daily activities.

While transport operators maintain that the adjustment is necessary to keep their services running, the increase is expected to add to transportation expenses for passengers across the country.