The Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) has disputed the proposed 15% fare increase announced by the Concerned Drivers Association, scheduled to take effect on Monday, July 22.
The Council’s General Secretary, Emmanuel Ohene Yeboah says that the criteria for adjusting transport fares include a 10% increase in fuel prices from the previous pricing window and a continuous rise in spare parts—conditions that have not been met.
He criticised the Association for not consulting with the GRTCC.
“We have a standing rule that fare adjustments are based on a 10% increase in fuel prices from our last adjustment. Currently, the data does not support any fare increase. It appears that they are trying to create disruptions without proper engagement.
“We are open to discussions if they seek clarification, but their actions cannot dictate the terms for the majority of the industry, represented by the GPRTU and GRTCC, which account for 95-98% of operations.”
In response, the Concerned Drivers Association has stated that they will not engage with the GRTCC or the Transport Ministry about their proposed fare increase.
The Association’s PRO, David Agboado, told The Pulse on JoyNews that fuel prices have risen by more than 11% since the last pricing window.
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