The Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) has announced a 20% increase in transport fares effective Friday, August 8, 2025.
GRTCC said the adjustment was made in line with the Administrative Arrangement on Public Transport Fares and will affect shared taxis, intra-city services (trotro), intercity (long-distance), and haulage transport.
The Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council explained that the decision was influenced by three key factors:
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The failure of prices of spare parts, goods, and services to respond to the 15% fare reduction implemented on May 21, 2025.
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The recent introduction of a GH¢1.00 per litre fuel levy which has led to an estimated 8% increase in fuel prices.
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Escalating vehicle maintenance costs due to deteriorating road conditions across the country.
All transport operators have been instructed to comply with the new fares and ensure they are visibly displayed at loading terminals.
The Operators also called on drivers, passengers, and the general public to cooperate for the smooth rollout of the revised fares.
GRTCC said the increment is intended to accommodate;
- for the non corresponding reduction in spare parts, goods and services after the reduction of transport fares by 15% on May 21, 2025.
- to accommodate for the increase in operational costs after the introduction of GHC1.00 per litre levy.
- to accommodate for the increase in maintenance cost as a result of the deplorable roads across the country.
