The Ministry of Transport has clarified that there have been no negotiations with transport operators regarding fare reviews, and any decision on such matters will be communicated to the public through official channels.
The GPRTU had cited excessive taxes on spare parts, leading to increased operational costs, as the reason for the proposed fare hike.
Additionally, they had threatened a 60% increase if the Emission Levy imposed from January 2024 was not reconsidered.
However, the Ministry emphasized that fare adjustments are typically negotiated collectively by the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council and the Ghana Private Road Transport Union.
The Ministry stated that no single union has the authority to unilaterally determine the percentage increase in fares.
Per existing regulations, if there is a fuel price increment of up to 10%, drivers are permitted to adjust transportation fares.
The Ministry assured the public that any decision on fare adjustments would be made in consideration of the needs of both transport operators and the general public.
This development highlights the ongoing complexities in the transportation sector, particularly concerning the economic factors influencing fare adjustments and the need for coordinated negotiations between relevant stakeholders.
