Commuters may soon have to pay more for public transport as the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) weighs a possible fare adjustment following an expected increase in fuel prices.
The Union says discussions are ongoing with relevant stakeholders, with a decision on new transport fares expected by the end of the week.
The development comes as petrol prices are projected to rise above GH¢16 per litre, while diesel could exceed GH¢19 per litre from Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
GPRTU Deputy Public Relations Officer, Samuel Amoah, said the anticipated increase in fuel prices could put further pressure on transport operators and make a review of fares necessary.
Speaking to Citi News on Tuesday, September 15, Mr Amoah said the Union had independently verified reports of the impending fuel price increase.
“We had that information that the fuel price is likely to go up, hopefully by tomorrow. We also did one or two searches, and we got information that it is true. It’s not just hearsay,” he said.
According to him, negotiations are already underway, including discussions over a proposed 30% fare adjustment currently before the Ministry of Transport.
He said the final increase had not yet been determined, but indicated that commuters could be facing an adjustment of between 25% and 30% if the new fuel prices take effect.
“So if this increment is also coming, then it means that the possibility of increasing transport fare is going to be very high,” he said.
Mr Amoah stressed that even if a new fare is agreed, transport operators would not implement it immediately.
“We will not come out like maybe today and say we have agreed and say tomorrow is taking effect. No, we will not do that,” he explained.
He said commuters would be given a grace period to adjust to the new fares before implementation.
“Most of the time we do give some grace period for them to get prepared before it will take effect,” he said.
The GPRTU official therefore urged passengers to prepare for a possible increase while negotiations continue.
“So passengers should actually prepare themselves for an increment,” Mr Amoah said.
