The Transport Operators Union and the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana have jointly declared a 30% increase in transport fares, effective Thursday, March 7. This decision communicated through a press release issued on Monday, March 4, is attributed to the government's failure to adequately address their concerns.
The two organizations highlighted the persistent surge in fuel prices, which has significantly impacted their livelihoods and posed challenges to sustaining their operations. They emphasized that the fare adjustment is crucial for the financial sustainability of the transportation sector and to maintain the quality of service provided to the public.
Stressing the necessity of the fare increment for business viability, they urged the government to engage with their leaders to facilitate a smooth implementation of the adjustments. The failure of the government to address this critical issue, they asserted, has left them with no alternative but to consider fare increments as a means of coping with escalating operational costs.
In their statement, they called on the government and relevant authorities to engage in constructive dialogue with their leaders to address the challenges faced by the transportation sector and to implement fare adjustments that reflect current economic realities.
The announcement of the fare hike comes amid ongoing concerns within the transportation industry regarding rising fuel prices and operational costs. As the sector navigates these challenges, the cooperation and engagement of both government and industry stakeholders will be crucial in finding sustainable solutions to ensure the continued provision of reliable transportation services to the public.