Ghana’s Transport Unions Called Off Planned Nationwide Strike

Commercial transport unions in Ghana have suspended their planned nationwide strike scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2026, following discussions and intervention by government officials.

The decision comes after weeks of concerns raised by commercial drivers over the occupation of designated bus stops and pedestrian walkways by traders, as well as the implementation of the new TRAFFITECH-GH traffic enforcement system.

Deputy Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Samuel Amoah, confirmed the suspension, explaining that government officials had appealed to the unions to reconsider their decision.

According to Mr Amoah, the unions received calls from the Interior Ministry, the Roads Minister and other stakeholders on Tuesday, November 3.

The officials reportedly acknowledged the concerns raised by commercial drivers and appealed to the unions to suspend the planned industrial action while discussions continued.

The government also assured the transport operators that drivers who park at designated bus stops occupied by traders should not be arrested by the police.

The intervention helped convince the unions to suspend the planned shutdown.

One of the major concerns raised by the transport unions was the continued occupation of designated bus stops and pedestrian walkways by traders.

The drivers argued that the situation makes it difficult for them to pick up and drop off passengers at approved locations.

They also expressed concerns that the TRAFFITECH-GH system could penalise drivers for traffic violations even when traders have occupied the spaces meant for commercial transport operations.

Following discussions with government representatives, stakeholders agreed to work towards clearing traders from designated bus stops and pedestrian walkways by the end of November 2026.

The unions have decided to give the government an opportunity to address their concerns rather than proceed with a nationwide shutdown.

The Deputy PRO explained that the suspension was intended to allow relevant authorities to take action on the issues raised.

The decision means commercial transport services can continue operating while discussions and efforts to resolve the dispute proceed.

Although the planned November 4 shutdown has been suspended, the concerns raised by commercial drivers have not disappeared.

Attention will now turn to the government and relevant local authorities to ensure that designated bus stops and pedestrian walkways are cleared as agreed.

Commuters can continue using commercial transport services while stakeholders work towards resolving the disagreement.

The coming weeks will be important in determining whether government commitments will translate into practical action.

Sources: 3News, Onua Online and Ghana Guardian.

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