Photos: GAF hands over 175.6km right-of-way for Accra-Kumasi Expressway construction to gov’t
The Ghana Armed Forces has formally handed over a 175.6-kilometre right-of-way to the government to pave the way for the construction of the proposed Accra-Kumasi Expressway.
Ghana's Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, emphasized that firms bidding for the Accra-Kumasi Expressway must showcase robust financial and technical capabilities. The procurement process will be stringent, transparent, and competitive, focusing on firms with expertise in projects of comparable scale. The project, a key component of President Mahama's infrastructure initiative, is crucial for enhancing mobility between Ghana's largest cities, reducing travel times and costs, and improving road safety.
The Accra-Kumasi corridor has been strained by population growth and increased freight and commercial activities, necessitating a long-term solution rather than incremental improvements to the existing N6. The expressway will also facilitate greater local participation, fostering skills transfer, technology transfer, and meaningful engagement by Ghanaian businesses.
The project's success hinges on selecting firms with the requisite technical expertise, financial strength, and experience.
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