September 23, 2026
The GPRTU in Sefwi Wiawso has begun consultations with Municipal Assembly and other relevant stakeholders over the implementation of the newly announced transport fare increase, with the union assuring the public that the final fares will determined after calculations.
Speaking in an interview with the media , the GPRTU secretary for sefwi wiawso, Mr. Patrick Quainoo, said the union has been engaging the government on the percentage increase in transport fares and has now moved to the local level discuss how the new fares can implemented in a way that considers the interest of commuters.
Mr. Quainoo explained that the GPRTU considers the youth and other members of the public as important stakeholders, which is why the union is taking steps to ensure that decisions on transportation are not made solely in the interest of individuals.
He said although some transport operators own their vehicles and use them for business, discussion on the recent increase in transportation fares have largely been influenced by development from Kumasi.
According to him, after the government announced the percentage increase, the GPRTU engaged the Sefwi Wiawso Municipal Assembly to discuss the appropriate measures and assess the situation before arriving at final fares.
Mr. Quainoo said the Union will undertake the necessary calculations and, after reaching a decision will communicate the new fares to the public.
He further explained that GPRTU regularly engages Municipal Chief Executives, the Municipal Assembly and other stakeholders whenever there is a proposed increase in transport fares.
He assured the public that the final decision will be communicated after the consultation and calculations have been completed.
SOURCE: Liberty Fm