{
  "id": 9376991,
  "title": "Public transport fares go up by 8% from September 26: Check how much you will pay",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/public-transport-fares-go-up-by-8-from-september-26-check-how-much",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T17:00:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/public-transport-fares-go-up-by-8-from-september-26-check-how-much-you-will-pay/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Public transport fares in Ghana will increase by 8% starting September 26, 2026. This adjustment was agreed upon after discussions between the Ministry of Transport and road transport operators from September 8 to 22, 2026, under the Administrative Instrument on Public Transport Fares. The increase is due to rising operational costs, including fuel prices, spare parts, and vehicle maintenance, as well as to support drivers and commuters facing financial pressures. For shared taxis, fare increases range from GH¢1.70 to GH¢20.20, while trotro fares, which currently range from GH¢5 to GH¢36.80, will also see increases. Long-distance services will see the most significant changes, with the highest inter-city fare increasing from GH¢300 to GH¢324. All commercial transport operators are instructed to adhere to the new rates, and sanctions will be imposed on those charging more than the approved fares.",
  "summary": "Public transport passengers across Ghana will pay higher fares from Saturday, September 26, 2026, after the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) announced an eight per cent upward adjustment in approved fares.",
  "key_points": [
    "Public transport fares in Ghana increase by 8% from September 26, 2026.",
    "Increase due to rising operational costs and financial support for drivers.",
    "Long-distance fares see most significant changes, highest inter-city fare rises to GH¢324."
  ],
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        "outlet": "Joy Business",
        "title": "Public transport fares go up by 8% from September 26: Check how much you will pay",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/public-transport-fares-go-up-by-8-from-september-26-check-how-much-9382156",
        "published": "2026-09-23T17:00:33.000Z"
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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."
}