‘Pragya’ Tricycle Operators of Ghana increase transport fares by 20%
The National Union of Tricycle Operators of Ghana has increased transport fare by 20 percent due to increment in fuel prices and spare parts in the country.
According to the National Secretary of the Union, Hamza Hafiz, the recent increment in fuel prices in Ghana has adversely affected their business hence the increment of the fare.
Adinkra Radio reporter, Alex Donkoh reported that the National Secretary has called on the government to reduce the fuel prices since Ghanaians are facing economic challenges.
Hamza Hafiz furthermore urged the customers to adhere to the new prices and avoid confrontation with operators.
This increment is coming on the heels of a similar increment announced by two transport operators.
The Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana-(C-DAG) and Transport Operators of Ghana have announced a 15% increase in transport fares effective April 13, 2024.
In a joint press statement, the group indicated that the move is as result of a recent increment in the price of petrol.
“15 percent increment for short distance or intracity transport, 20 percent for intercity or long journey transport, 15 percent for taxi transport and an increment from GHC 10.00 to GHC 15.00 fare for short-distance taxi hire services,” they disclosed.
Source: Adinkraradio.com
