Transport fares rise on some routes despite suspension of planned 30% increase
Transport fares have increased on some routes and at selected bus terminals despite the suspension of a planned 30% fare adjustment by the Ghana Private Road Transport Coordinating Council (GPRTU).
A planned 30% increase in transport fares has been suspended by operators following talks with the government, but some passengers now report paying higher fares on selected routes without prior notice. The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and other transport operators agreed to monitor fuel prices before implementing new fare structures. However, commuters are complaining about unexpected fare hikes on routes they did not expect to see changes on.
A passenger traveling from Fadama to their destination noted the fare jumped from GH¢6 to GH¢7. Another commuter from Amasaman to Kaneshie reported a significant increase from GH¢10 to GH¢14, asserting they were unaware of any fare adjustment. A traveler from Koforidua to Accra expressed frustration, calling for authorities to intervene to avoid arbitrary fare charges. A rider from Madina to Spintex also confirmed a fare increase from GH¢11 to GH¢14.
These incidents highlight the concerns of daily public transport users. The sudden fare hikes have put additional financial strain on the budgets of many commuters. Despite the suspension of the 30% increase, the apparent increases on some routes underscore the ongoing challenges in setting a new nationwide fare structure. Transport operators have not yet announced the new fare framework following the suspension.
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