Transport fares unchanged for now as GPRTU waits on fuel price developments

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has assured the public that transport fares will remain unchanged for the time being, despite recent increases in fuel prices. The union says it will continue to monitor developments in the fuel market before taking any decision on possible fare adjustments.

The announcement comes amid concerns from commuters that rising fuel prices at the pumps could soon lead to higher transport fares across the country.

Speaking on Channel One TV’s Newsroom programme, the Deputy Public Relations Officer of the GPRTU, Samuel Amoah, explained that transport fares are determined by several operational factors and not fuel prices alone. He noted that costs such as spare parts, lubricants, and taxes also play a significant role in determining fares.

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According to Amoah, a meeting held on Monday, March 16, involving leaders of the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council and the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana concluded that the current fares should be maintained for now.

He explained that transport unions rely on a technical team that regularly assesses market conditions and advises on when fare changes may be necessary.

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Amoah said the unions agreed not to rush into any decision but instead wait for the next fuel pricing window to see how prices will evolve.

“We decided not to make any immediate changes. For now, the existing transport fares will remain because fuel prices may stabilise, increase, or even reduce in the next pricing window,” he stated.

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He further noted that increasing fares prematurely could create difficulties if fuel prices continue to fluctuate.

“Our technical team constantly monitors the market and provides reports. Based on their assessment, we believe it is better to hold on for now and observe what happens in the next pricing window. If we increase fares now and fuel prices rise again, we may struggle to manage the situation or explain further increments to both drivers and the public,” Amoah added.

The unions are expected to review the situation after the next fuel pricing window before deciding whether transport fares should be maintained, increased, or possibly reduced.