Accra has welcomed a new digital taxi service named "Tap and Go," a collaborative effort between the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Office of the Vice President.
This app, designed to operate similarly to established taxi services like Uber and Bolt, is currently undergoing a pilot phase in select areas of Accra before a nationwide rollout in the coming year.
During the launch on Thursday, December 14, 2023, Nana Nimako Bresiamah, the National Chairman of the GPRTU, expressed gratitude to Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for his involvement in addressing the concerns of Ghanaian taxi drivers.
The app's introduction is viewed as a timely intervention to protect local businesses that were facing challenges from foreign online taxi services.
Bresiamah highlighted that the GPRTU had raised concerns about the impact of foreign taxi apps on their business during a meeting with Vice President Bawumia.
In response, the Vice President assured them of finding a solution, leading to the development and launch of the Tap and Go app.
Mr Bresiamah urged GPRTU members to use the app responsibly, providing quality service to Ghanaians and maintaining the integrity of the union.
Taxi drivers at the launch expressed satisfaction with the initiative, thanking Vice President Bawumia for supporting them and revitalizing their business.
John Kofi Tawiah, a taxi driver, acknowledged the positive impact of the app, stating that it would prevent unnecessary fuel wastage and benefit drivers by eliminating the need to search for passengers.
George Nii Ayi Tagoe, operating near the University of Ghana, Legon Campus, emphasised the favourable competition the app would bring.
Samuel Amoah, Deputy PRO of GPRTU, expressed gratitude to both GPRTU leadership and Vice President Bawumia for their responsiveness to the concerns of taxi drivers and their efforts in implementing the Tap and Go app.
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