Government urges domestic airlines to lower airfares following import duty waiver
The Government has urged domestic airlines to reduce airfares following the waiver of import duties on aircraft parts, aiming to make air travel more affordable in Ghana.
The Government has urged domestic airlines to lower airfares following the waiver of import duties on aircraft parts. Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe made the appeal at the launch of Africa World Airlines' new 102-seater Embraer E190 aircraft. The waiver is anticipated to decrease operating costs for local carriers, which should lead to reduced fares for passengers.
Speaking at the event, Nikpe encouraged all airlines, particularly the major domestic airlines, to consider their financial situations and pass on the savings to Ghanaian travelers. He also welcomed the addition of larger aircraft by AWA, as increased capacity could boost air travel among Ghanaians and make domestic flights more affordable.
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