TraffiTech, although good, is not backed by law – Lawyer

Legal expert Albert Gyamfi, Head of Gyamfi Legal PRUC in Kumasi, has raised concerns about the legality of the recently implemented TraffiTech-GH system. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on November 7, he stated that while TraffiTech is a good idea, its current implementation is illegal due to two main reasons. First, there is a lack of specific legal provisions supporting the system.

Second, the fines imposed by TraffiTech are unfairly given to registered vehicle owners, rather than targeting the actual traffic offenders. This misdirection of penalties is what Gyamfi considers illegal. He called for changes to the system, urging a review of its current framework to address these legal concerns. TraffiTech-GH is an automated traffic enforcement initiative developed by the Ghana Police Service to enhance road safety through technology-driven monitoring and detection of traffic offences.

The idea was initially conceived around 2008, but it faced several delays and the rollout did not occur until 2017. Public education and issuance of electronic caution notices began in June 2024, with about 120,000 notices sent by the end of 2025. The system, which uses fixed cameras, mobile cameras, handheld devices and radar systems, targets speeding offences and sends electronic notices to motorists exceeding speed limits.

However, the introduction has faced opposition from commercial transport operators who question the fairness of the enforcement while some designated bus stops and pedestrian walkways remain occupied by traders.