Commercial transport operators have threatened to park their vehicles nationwide from Sunday, November 1, 2026, the day the Ghana Police Service’s camera-based traffic enforcement system, TRAFFITECH-GH, is due to go fully live.
In a joint statement dated October 31, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) of TUC, the Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana and the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana said drivers will suspend operations if the system is rolled out before traders are cleared from bus stops and pedestrian walkways.
The groups accused the government and the police of ignoring an October 20 deadline to enforce Regulation 142 of the Road Traffic Regulations, which they say provides for clearing traders from designated stopping areas. Commuters have been urged to make alternative transport arrangements.
The government, the Ministry of Local Government and the Ghana Police Service had not publicly responded to the threat at the time the statement was reported.
Why drivers are threatening a TRAFFITECH-GH strike
The operators argue that cameras will fine drivers for stopping in the wrong places while the legally designated bus stops remain occupied by traders.
They named bus stops at Kaneshie, Circle, Madina, Kasoa and Kejetia among those still taken over by trading activity.
“This shows clearly that the government wants to use TRAFFITECH-GH to extort money from innocent drivers while leaving traders to take over our legally designated spaces,” the statement said.
“We will not operate under an unfair and unjust system. You cannot digitalise illegality,” the groups added, warning that the government “will be fully responsible for any inconvenience this action will cause.”
Drivers’ ultimatum to clear traders from bus stops expired
The threat follows a joint press conference on October 13, at which the transport groups first demanded that traders be removed from bus stops before the cameras start working. GhanaTrends reported at the time on the drivers’ ultimatum to clear traders from bus stops before TRAFFITECH-GH starts.
The groups say the October 20 deadline passed without meaningful action from the government, the Local Government Ministry or the police.
The October 31 statement was signed by:
- Samuel Amoah – National Deputy PRO, GPRTU of TUC
- Asonaba Nana Owiredu – National Chairman, Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana
- Paa Willie – National Chairman, Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana
- David Agboado – National PRO, Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana
- Yaw Barimah – National PRO, Commercial Transport Operators/True Drivers Union
How the TRAFFITECH-GH camera system works
TRAFFITECH-GH is run by the Ghana Police Service through its Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD). It uses cameras and handheld devices to detect traffic offences.
Full implementation was first set for October 1, 2026, but the police rescheduled it to November 1 in a September 29 statement to allow more time for public education.
Offences flagged by the system are reviewed before an Electronic Notice of Violation (ENV) is sent by SMS, usually to the registered vehicle owner. Motorists then have 14 days to pay or contest the notice.
TRAFFITECH-GH fines drivers could face
Under the automated fine structure reported ahead of the rollout:
- 1st to 3rd offence: GH¢120 (10 penalty units)
- 4th offence: GH¢180 (15 penalty units)
- 5th offence: GH¢240 (20 penalty units)
- 6th offence within 24 months: possible court action, licence suspension or revocation for at least 12 months, plus retraining and retesting
- Late payment: 1% of the original fine added per day
Payments can be made via mobile money or card on ghana.gov.gh, or through *222#. Police have warned that a genuine notice will never ask for payment to a personal mobile money number.
What the strike threat means for commuters
If the drivers carry out the threat, commuters in Accra, Kumasi, Kasoa and other major towns could struggle to find trotros and taxis from Sunday.
The groups have advised passengers to arrange alternative means of transport. The strike would also add pressure on workers and traders as a new fuel pricing window opens on the same day.
What happens next
All eyes are now on the Ghana Police Service, the Ministry of Local Government and city authorities to see whether they respond to the drivers’ demands, move to clear traders, or adjust the November 1 start date.
Any engagement between the transport unions and government over the weekend could decide whether vehicles are on the roads on Sunday.
Summary of the story: Drivers Threaten Nationwide Strike From November 1 as TRAFFITECH-GH Camera Fines Begin
- TRAFFITECH-GH full rollout: Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Threatened action: nationwide suspension of commercial transport from November 1
- Groups involved: GPRTU of TUC, Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana, Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana
- Main demand: clear traders from bus stops and walkways under Regulation 142
- Missed deadline: October 20, 2026
- Hotspots named: Kaneshie, Circle, Madina, Kasoa, Kejetia
- Basic camera fine: GH¢120 for 1st to 3rd offences
FAQs: Drivers Threaten Nationwide Strike From November 1 as TRAFFITECH-GH Camera Fines Begin
Will there be a drivers’ strike in Ghana on November 1?
Transport groups including the GPRTU of TUC have threatened to suspend services nationwide from November 1 if TRAFFITECH-GH starts before traders are cleared from bus stops. Government had not responded publicly when the threat was issued.
When does TRAFFITECH-GH start in Ghana?
The police rescheduled full implementation of TRAFFITECH-GH from October 1 to November 1, 2026, to allow more public education.
How much is the TRAFFITECH-GH fine?
Automated fines start at GH¢120 for the first to third offences, rising to GH¢180 for a fourth and GH¢240 for a fifth offence, with late payment attracting 1% of the fine per day.
With TRAFFITECH-GH due to go live on Sunday and transport unions vowing to park their vehicles, the coming hours are critical. Whether government moves to clear bus stops or engage the drivers will determine if commuters face a nationwide transport shutdown on November 1.
