The Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana has announced the suspension of a planned 15% increase in transport fares, which was originally set to take effect on Monday, July 22, 2024.
The proposed fare hike was intended to offset the rising costs of fuel and other essential expenses, such as spare parts, impacting the transport industry.
However, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has advised commuters to disregard the announcement.
According to David Agboado, Public Relations Officer of the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana, the decision to suspend the increment was made after considering the potential timing impact on the public.
Agboado explained in an interview with Citi Business News that implementing the fare increase at this time would only exacerbate the challenges faced by the public, leading to the association’s decision to suspend the planned hike.
Following a meeting among transport operators, we have collectively decided not to increase transport fares despite the rising costs of fuel, spare parts, and other expenses.
We understand that this is not the right time to burden passengers with higher fares. Instead, we have agreed to maintain the current fares until an appropriate time.
David Agboado, a transport operator, emphasized that fares will not be increased for now, as operators have come to a mutual understanding.
He urged fellow drivers to exercise patience and continue charging the old fares, assuring them that this decision is in the best interest of both drivers and passengers.
Agboado stressed that the right time for a fare increase will come, and operators will take appropriate action when necessary.
