A joint team comprising representatives of the Ministry of Transport (MoT), the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) has been formed to review the cost inputs that will inform a possible adjustment of public transport fares.
The development follows an engagement between the transport operators and the Ministry of Transport in Accra on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, as part of consultations on the 2026 public transport fare review.
During the meeting, the GPRTU and GRTCC presented a proposal for an upward review of transport fares, citing the rising cost of operating commercial vehicles.
The Ministry, however, briefed the operators on prevailing economic conditions and measures being implemented to stabilise the Ghanaian cedi.
It also highlighted a GH¢2.00 per litre intervention on diesel prices aimed at reducing the financial burden on transport operators and passengers.
Both sides acknowledged the importance of the fuel intervention but agreed that its impact on the overall cost of transport operations must be assessed before a final decision is made.
The unions said the newly formed team would examine the various cost components involved in public transportation.
The findings are expected to guide discussions on whether an adjustment to fares is necessary.
The GPRTU and GRTCC stressed that no decision has been taken to increase transport fares at this stage.
They therefore urged passengers, drivers, station masters and transport owners to continue using and charging the existing approved fares across the country until further notice.
The unions also appealed to all stakeholders to remain calm and cooperate with authorities while the review process continues.
