The Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana and the Transport Operators of Ghana have jointly announced a fare increase, effective Saturday, April 13, 2024.

They say the decision stems from the recent increase in petroleum prices.

In a statement released on Monday, April 8, they detailed the following adjustments: a 15% increment for short-distance or intracity transport, a 20% increase for intercity or long journey transport, a 15% hike for taxi services, and an increase from GH¢10.00 to GH¢15.00 for short distance taxi hire services.

The two bodies emphasised that the current economic conditions are adversely affecting their operations, prompting the need for fare adjustments to sustain their businesses.

“Twenty (20) percent for intercity or long journey transport, 15 percent for taxi transport and an increment from GHC 10.00 to GHC 15.00 fare for short distance taxi hire services.”

“Just as it may have been noted by most Ghanaians the government appears to be indifferent regarding any reduction in the price of petrol as well as those of vehicle spare parts and lubricants. Also, the prevailing economic difficulties and other factors are worsening the living conditions of transport owners and drivers,” an excerpt of their press statement said.

Following the National Petroleum Authority's (NPA) decision to lift the suspension on the Price Stabilisation and Recovery Levy for petroleum products, petroleum consumers in Ghana are facing increased prices at the pump.

In a directive issued on Wednesday, April 3, and circulated to stakeholders in the oil marketing and distribution sector, the NPA mandated additional charges: 16 pesewas per litre for petrol, 14 pesewas per litre for diesel, and 14 pesewas per kilogram of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

As a result, state-owned Oil Marketing Company GOIL has adjusted its prices, with petrol and diesel now selling at GH¢14.15 per litre and GH¢14.74 per litre, respectively.

These price adjustments took effect from Thursday, April 4.