Public transport fares across Ghana will increase by 20% effective Friday, August 8, 2025, according to a joint announcement by the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) and other key stakeholders in the transport sector.
The adjustment comes in response to rising operational costs, including the introduction of a GHS 1.00 per litre fuel levy, lack of corresponding reductions in spare parts and other services, and deteriorating road conditions affecting vehicle maintenance.
“The increase is a necessary response to the economic realities transport operators are facing,” said Emmanuel Ohene-Yeboah, General Secretary of the Road Transport Operators.
“We reduced fares by 15% in May, expecting reductions in related costs, but that did not happen. With fuel costs up by 8% and spare parts still expensive, we had no choice.”
The new fares will apply to:
- Shared taxis
- Intracity (trotro) services
- Intercity (long-distance) travel
- Haulage operations
Operators are being instructed to clearly display the new fares at all loading points, while commuters are urged to cooperate with the changes.
“We ask for the understanding of the public,” added Alhaji Tanko, Acting National Chairman of the GRTCC.
“These increases are not made lightly. They are crucial to sustaining transport services nationwide.”
The transport bodies have assured the public of continued dialogue with the government to explore sustainable solutions to cost challenges in the sector.
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