Ghana’s road crashes exceed 9,000 in first eight months of 2026
By Darko Emmanuel Ghana recorded more than 9,000 road crashes between January and August 2026, according to figures from the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service. The figures highlight the continuing road-safety challenge in the country, with thousands of crashes recorded during the first eight months of the year. The […]
In the first eight months of 2026, Ghana experienced over 9,000 road crashes, as reported by the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service. This figure underscores the ongoing road-safety crisis in the nation, with thousands of accidents recorded during this period. The MTTD is tasked with documenting road-crash incidents, investigating traffic accidents, and promoting road-safety enforcement and public education.
Recent concerns have been raised about driver behavior, encompassing speeding, reckless overtaking, driver fatigue, and other elements contributing to road crashes. Earlier data from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) revealed that 4,899 crashes occurred between January and April, resulting in 1,009 fatalities and 5,982 injuries.
The persistent high number of crashes has reignited calls for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations, enhanced road infrastructure, and greater public awareness of road safety. Road-safety officials have consistently urged motorists to drive cautiously, adhere to speed limits, and refrain from actions that may jeopardize their own safety and that of other road users.
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