The unions expressed concern over the persistent occupation of bus stops by traders, arguing that the situation has made it increasingly difficult for commercial drivers to operate within designated spaces

Published 2 Nov 2026, 08:55 GMT

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The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) of TUC and four other transport unions have announced a nationwide shutdown of commercial transport operations on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, over the government’s alleged failure to enforce regulations prohibiting trading at bus stops and pedestrian walkways.

In a statement dated November 1, 2026, the unions said the planned action had become necessary due to what they described as the government’s continued neglect in enforcing L.I. 2519, Regulation 142.

The unions also questioned what they described as unfair treatment of drivers, who continue to face fines through the government’s TRAFFITECH-GH traffic monitoring system despite being unable to access bus stops occupied by traders.

According to the unions, commercial drivers are being penalised for traffic violations while authorities fail to address the activities of traders occupying designated bus stops and pedestrian walkways.

As part of the planned shutdown, all commercial drivers have been directed to park their vehicles on Wednesday, November 4, until further notice.

The unions apologised to commuters and the general public for the inconvenience the shutdown may cause, insisting that the decision was taken after they had exhausted other options.

The statement was jointly endorsed by representatives of five transport unions: the GPRTU of TUC, Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana, True Drivers Union, Ghana Committed Drivers Association and Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana.

The planned shutdown is expected to affect commercial road transport services nationwide, potentially disrupting the movement of commuters who depend on commercial vehicles for their daily activities.

Commuters have therefore been urged to take note of the announcement and make alternative transportation arrangements ahead of Wednesday’s planned shutdown.

Five transport unions announce nationwide commercial transport shutdown on November 4

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