{
  "id": 9560388,
  "title": "‘Gov’t doesn’t understand our plight; 8% fare hike too small’ – Kumasi drivers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/govt-doesnt-understand-our-plight-8-fare-hike-too-small-kumasi-drivers",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-24T12:34:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/govt-doesnt-understand-our-plight-8-fare-hike-too-small-kumasi-drivers/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Commercial transport operators in Kumasi have rejected a proposed 8% increase in transport fares, claiming it is insufficient to cover the soaring costs of fuel, maintenance, and other operational expenses. The drivers argue that the recent fare adjustment does not align with the mounting challenges they face in sustaining their livelihoods while supporting their families. Some drivers told Adom News that they feel unfairly treated, considering the escalating expenses associated with running their businesses. \"We have families to support, but now we are earning less,\" lamented some of the drivers. The Chairman of the Concerned Transport Operators at Anloga Junction, Abubakar Issah, stated that the 8% increase is inadequate, despite the fuel price hike, and that they would comply with the union's decision. \"Since fuel prices started going up, we haven't raised our fares by even a single pesewa. We were hoping for a 25% or 30% increase, but unfortunately, that didn't happen,\" he said. Passengers have expressed concerns about the consequences of the fare hike on their daily lives, urging the government and transport authorities to reconsider the adjustment. Some commuters argue that drivers have already increased fares and that another increase is unnecessary, suggesting that the current rates are sufficient.",
  "summary": "Commercial transport operators in Kumasi have rejected the proposed 8% increase in transport fares, describing it as inadequate to meet the rising cost of fuel and vehicle maintenance. The drivers argue the frequent increases in fuel prices and the rising cost of spare parts and other operational expenses have made it difficult for them to […]",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}