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  "id": 13990820,
  "title": "DVLA introduces six local languages for driving tests",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/dvla-introduces-six-local-languages-for-driving-tests",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-12T15:52:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "GBC Ghana",
    "slug": "gbc-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.gbcghanaonline.com/general/dvla-introduces/2026/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) in Ghana has expanded the availability of its computer-based driving tests (CBT) to six local languages to support applicants who struggle with English literacy, according to Julius Neequaye Kotey, the Authority's Chief Executive Officer. During a Government Accountability Series, Mr. Kotey highlighted the move as a solution to eliminate language barriers that previously hindered some otherwise qualified drivers from obtaining a driving license. The six languages introduced are Ga, Twi, Ewe, Dagbani, Hausa, and Nzema, with the testing platform utilizing voice-over technology and a touchscreen interface to facilitate the process. Applicants can listen to questions in their preferred language and respond using a computer. The Authority aims to reduce language barriers, allowing candidates to demonstrate their comprehension of road signs, traffic regulations, and safe driving practices. This initiative is set to be part of a broader effort to enhance accessibility and inclusivity in driving tests.",
  "summary": "By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has introduced six Ghanaian languages on its computer-based test (CBT) platform to help applicants who cannot read or write in English, its Chief Executive Officer, Julius Neequaye Kotey, has announced. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series, Mr Kotey said the initiative was intended to […]",
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        "outlet": "Starr FM",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/dvla-introduces-local-languages-in-theory-exams-plans-simulator-tests",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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