By Philip Antoh
The Ministry of Transport, in collaboration with commercial transport operators, has announced an eight percent increase in public transport fares, effective Saturday, September 26, 2026.
The adjustment was agreed upon following weeks of consultations between the Ministry, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC), held from September 8 to 22.
According to a communiqué issued by the parties, the fare hike was necessitated by recent changes in the ex-pump prices of petroleum products, the cost of spare parts, vehicle maintenance, and other operational expenses.
The 8% increase will be calculated based on the approved transport fares that took effect on May 24, 2025.
The parties noted that in determining the new rate, they carefully balanced the rising cost of operating commercial vehicles against the financial difficulties facing drivers, commuters, and the travelling public.
Furthermore, the transport unions acknowledged the government’s intervention in stabilizing diesel prices, which helped moderate the extent of the fare increase.
The revised fares apply to shared taxis, intra-city trotros, intercity services, and haulage operations.
To ensure compliance, commercial transport operators are required to display the approved fare schedule at all loading terminals and stations.
The unions have issued a strict warning that operators who charge above the authorized rates will face sanctions.