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Ghana's police are teaming up with Nigerian transport operators to stop human trafficking before victims cross borders. The partnership trains drivers and station workers to spot warning signs and report suspicious activity.
Ghana's booming automotive sector just attracted nearly $100 million from global manufacturers, and now the country is racing to make its vehicle fleet one of Africa's cleanest. With seven new assembly plants ready to roll, the West African nation has a chance to lead the continent in sustainable transport.
Ghana just launched an ambitious railway master plan to link major cities across the country, promising better transport for millions and billions in new investment. The plan focuses on connecting mining regions and cocoa-producing areas to make rail transport profitable and attractive to private investors.
Ghana's private transport unions are joining forces to stop drivers from overcharging passengers and restore order to Accra's chaotic commute. The new task force aims to end the practice of some drivers charging double the approved fares during rush hours.
Ghana is rolling out 100 new Metro Mass Transit buses immediately to help commuters facing higher transport costs after fuel prices jumped. The government promises fares lower than private operators, with 200 more buses arriving by year's end.
Ghana's new fleet of 100 government buses is about to hit the roads after completing final safety checks and driver training. Commuters across the country can expect relief from overcrowded public transportation within days.
Ghana's driving authority is building a dedicated hospital for professional drivers to improve their health and safety. The move comes as part of a broader push to expand services and raise standards across the country's transport sector.
Commercial vehicles in Accra will soon display identification tags to protect passengers from unauthorized drivers charging illegal fares. The Ghana Private Road Transport Union is meeting this week to finalize the system that will make rogue drivers easily identifiable.
Ghana's state transport company is tackling passenger frustration with a major fleet upgrade. Nearly 120 new buses will roll out by year's end to reduce crowding and delays at terminals nationwide.
Ghana just commissioned 100 brand-new public buses as part of a 300-bus plan to make daily travel easier and more affordable across all 16 regions. Vice-President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang says it's time to restore dignity to public transport.
Ghana just passed a bill creating a permanent funding source for sports development, ending years of unpredictable financing that held back athletes and programs. The Ghana Olympic Committee says this game-changing fund will help national teams plan long-term and compete globally.
Rev. Stephen Wilfred Arthur received international recognition for transforming Ghana's aviation sector and advancing safety standards across Africa. Two major aviation organizations honored his work at a ceremony in Nigeria.
Ghana just welcomed the first 100 of 300 new buses designed to reduce overcrowding and delays for daily commuters. Two more batches will arrive by November, bringing relief to packed routes across the country.
Ghana's road network is getting a major upgrade, with 44% of the country's validated roads now rated in good condition. The government also cleared over $10 billion in contractor debts to accelerate progress.
Austria is bringing its world-leading sustainable city expertise to Ghana through a new partnership focused on clean transport, eco-friendly housing, and waste management. The collaboration shows how economic growth and environmental protection can succeed together.
Ghana rolled out reintegration support and transport assistance as 300 evacuated citizens touched down in Accra. The government organized the emergency flight after anti-immigrant tensions escalated in South Africa.
Ghana's government is removing fuel taxes and margins starting next week to protect families from rising costs driven by global oil disruptions. The move aims to prevent price increases from spilling into transport fares and everyday goods.
Ghana's President Mahama just banned fuel allowances for all government ministers while slashing taxes to lower prices at the pump. The dual move shows leaders sharing the burden as citizens face rising costs from Middle East conflicts.
A climate journalist in Ghana's second-largest city traded his car for an electric bicycle, turning his daily commute through congested streets into a living lesson on climate solutions. His quiet rides are sparking curious conversations across Kumasi.
The United States has given Ghana's military three powerful trailer trucks to supercharge their humanitarian work and infrastructure projects. The vehicles will help transport heavy equipment for disaster relief and national development across the country.
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