Public transport fares across the country will rise by 20% from Friday, 8 August 2025, the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) has announced.
The fare adjustment, agreed upon by road transport operators, covers shared taxis, intra-city services such as “trotros”, intercity long-distance services, and haulage operations.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the GRTCC said the decision was made in line with the Administrative Arrangement on Public Transport Fares, following a review of operational costs across the transport sector.
The operators cited three main reasons for the increase:
The lack of corresponding reductions in the cost of spare parts, goods and services after fares were cut by 15% on 21 May 2025.
An 8% rise in fuel prices following the introduction of a GH¢1.00 per litre levy.
Higher maintenance costs caused by deteriorating road conditions nationwide.
The GRTCC urged all commercial transport operators to comply with the new fares and display them at loading terminals.
“We further request all operators, commuters, and the general public to cooperate for the successful implementation of the new fares,” the statement read.
The announcement comes amid concerns about the rising cost of living in Ghana. The last adjustment, in May, was a reduction prompted by falling fuel prices at the time. However, transport unions say subsequent cost increases have eroded the benefits of that cut.
According to the statement, the Ministry of Transport has been informed of the new fares, and the GRTCC says enforcement will begin immediately on the effective date.
