Public Transport Fares to Increase by 20% from August 8 – GRTCC

The Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) has announced a 20% increase in public transport fares, set to take effect from Friday, August 8, 2025.

This fare hike will apply to all forms of public transportation across the country, including shared taxis, intra-city “trotro” services, long-distance intercity buses, and haulage trucks.

In a statement made available to Adom News, the Council urged commuters, transport operators, and the general public to support the smooth implementation of the new fares.

According to the GRTCC, the decision was driven by the deteriorating state of roads nationwide, which has led to a significant rise in vehicle maintenance costs. Transport operators have raised concerns that their operational costs have continued to climb, despite a previous 15% fare reduction introduced on May 21, 2025.

Adding to the financial burden is a newly imposed GH¢1.00 per litre fuel levy, which has pushed fuel prices up by around 8%. This has further strained the finances of drivers and transport companies.

Operators also highlighted the persistent high cost of spare parts and other essential services, noting that there has been no significant relief in these areas to offset their expenses.

The GRTCC has therefore called for public understanding and cooperation as the revised fare structure is rolled out.