{
  "id": 6442150,
  "title": "No new transport fares yet – GPRTU and GRTCC assure the public",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/no-new-transport-fares-yet-gprtu-and-grtcc-assure-the-public",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-09T15:56:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/no-new-transport-fares-yet-gprtu-and-grtcc-assure-the-public/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) have stated that no decision has been made to raise public transport fares. This comes after discussions with the Ministry of Transport regarding a potential fare review for the 2026 fare window. The unions outlined their proposal for an increase in public transport fares during a meeting in Accra on Tuesday, 8 September 2026. The government, in response, provided an update on the current economic situation, measures to stabilize the cedi, and the intention to mitigate the impact of a GHS 2.00 per litre diesel price increase. Both parties agreed that the full effect of the fuel intervention must be evaluated alongside the fare hike proposal before making a decision. A task force consisting of representatives from the Ministry of Transport, GPRTU, and GRTCC has been established to review all cost factors. The final decision will be shared with the public at a later date. Transport unions requested drivers, station masters, and transport owners to maintain existing fare rates until further notice, while urging the public to remain patient and cooperative throughout the process.",
  "summary": "The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) say no decision has been taken to increase public transport fares as talks are ongoing with the Ministry of Transport over a proposed fare review for the 2026 fare window. The two unions, in a joint press release, said consultations […]",
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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."
}