{
  "id": 9367232,
  "title": "Transport Ministry explains reason for 8% fare increment",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/transport-ministry-explains-reason-for-8-fare-increment",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T15:51:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/transport-ministry-explains-reason-for-8-fare-increment/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ministry of Transport has announced an 8% increase in public transport fares, effective from September 26, 2026. This decision resulted from discussions between the Ministry and commercial road transport operators, which included considerations of various factors such as changes in fuel prices, spare parts, and vehicle maintenance costs. The new fares, agreed upon with the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC), are designed to help offset the rising operational costs faced by drivers, commuters, and the traveling public. The eight percent increase is calculated from the approved transport fares that came into effect on May 24, 2025, and will apply to shared taxis, intra-city trotros, intercity services, and haulage operations. The revised fare schedule will be displayed at loading terminals and stations to provide clarity for both transport operators and commuters. Commercial transport operators are instructed to adhere strictly to the approved fares, with penalties for those charging above the authorized rates. This adjustment aims to balance the financial pressures on all parties involved in commercial transportation, with government intervention on diesel prices playing a role in moderating the extent of the increase.",
  "summary": "The Ministry of Transport has explained that changes in fuel prices, spare parts, vehicle maintenance and other operational costs have informed the decision to increase public transport fares by eight percent. The new fares, agreed with the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC), will take effect from […]",
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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."
}