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National Road Safety Authority

National Road Safety Authority — Ghana's road safety regulator deploying digital enforcement systems and conducting safety campaigns for motorcycle and tricycle operators.

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  1. August 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) is investigating a possible link between a broken-down tricycle, popularly known as an ‘aboboyaa’, and the chain of collisions that killed 12 people at Ofankor Barrier on the Accra-Nsawam Highway.

    NRSA probes ‘aboboyaa’ link to Ofankor crash that killed 12
  3. Joy Online

    The death toll from Thursday morning’s multi-vehicle crash along the John Teye-Ofankor corridor has risen to 12, the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has confirmed.

    Ofankor crash death toll rises to 12, several injured – NRSA confirms
  4. Joy Online

    The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has extended its heartfelt condolences to the families of the 12 people who lost their lives in the deadly Ofankor–Barrier crash.

    NRSA mourns 12 victims of Ofankor-Barrier crash, urges motorists to exercise caution
  5. July 2026
  6. Joy Online

    Calls for stronger enforcement AVSF called on the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) to intensify public education on road safety and strengthen enforcement of existing regulations.

    AVSF raises alarm over surge in road crashes as nearly 90 victims recorded in one week
  7. Joy Online

    It is not surprising, then, that according to the National Road Safety Authority, the country recorded 952 child deaths in road crashes between 2019 and 2021, 434 of them aged 10 to 17, and 188 aged 0 to 3.

    Small Feet, Busy Roads: Why Ghana is failing its children every school morning
  8. The Chronicle

    Totoya Voxy Noah The action emanates from the plaintiff’s concern over the rising fatality rates involving Toyota Voxy Noah vehicles and public outcry, which compelled the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) to constitute a committee in February to investigate the operational s

    Lawyer Sues DVLA, NIC Over Registration, Licensing Of Toyota Voxy In Ghana
  9. Joy Online

    The National Road Safety Authority, the Motor Traffic and Transport Department of the Ghana Police Service, metropolitan assemblies and other stakeholders all have important roles to play in ensuring compliance.

    Use the Footbridge today, Live tomorrow
  10. The Chronicle

    The Director-General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Abraham Amaliba, has identified speeding as one of the leading causes of road crashes in Ghana.

    Addressing Road Accidents in Ghana: The Time to Act is Now!
  11. Joy Online

    Luguterah; President of the Ghana Olympic Committee, Richard Akpokavie; Greater Accra Regional Director of the National Road Safety Authority, Joshua Kwasi Quist; National Director of Operations of the Ghana Police Service, Dr Sasu Mensah; and a representative of the Ministry of

    Pruride returns for seventh edition with GHS15,000 top prize
  12. Joy Online

    The Police Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) and the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) often classify pothole-related incidents under the broader category of “poor road conditions”.

    ‘I cannot watch people die’ – Teacher repairs potholes for 16 years to save lives

Today

  1. Transport Minister flags rising road deaths as national emergency

    Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe said 2,954 people died in road crashes in 2025, the highest in over two decades, with crashes up 31.6 per cent between 2021 and 2025, calling for stronger stakeholder collaboration to reverse the trend.

    9 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 14 September

  1. 12-year-old crash survivor appeals for help after losing both legs

    Angelina Stickings, 12, lost both legs and her father in the August 13, 2026 Ofankor-Pokuase crash that killed 12 people. Now receiving treatment at Greater Accra Regional Hospital, she is appealing for public support to fund her recovery and prosthetic limbs so she can return to school.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 12 September

  1. GPRTU opposes vehicle auctions after 21-day holding period

    The Ghana Private Road Transport Union is calling for a review of a provision in the Road Traffic Regulations 2026 that allows authorities to auction broken-down vehicles left at designated holding areas for 21 days. The union supports immediate removal of broken-down vehicles from roads but argues owners should be allowed to reclaim their vehicles after paying towing and storage fees, rather than having them auctioned.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 11 September

  1. Ghana introduces revised road traffic laws for motorists, taxis, enforcement

    Ghana is rolling out updated road traffic regulations covering commercial motorcycles and tricycles, vehicle licensing, driver requirements, road safety, and digital traffic enforcement. The new framework, the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 2025 and Road Traffic Regulations 2026 with 247 regulations, replaces 2012 rules and is being disseminated by the Transport Ministry with the NRSA, DVLA, and police.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 10 September

  1. Ghana auctions abandoned vehicles under new road safety rules

    The National Road Safety Authority warns that vehicles abandoned on roads will face auction under new regulations requiring owners to subscribe to towing services or obtain insurance with towing cover. Motorists must have disabled vehicles immediately towed and must place warning triangles, removing previous grace periods for breakdowns.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 8 September

  1. GOC inaugurates planning committee for Tour du Ghana 2026

    The Ghana Olympic Committee has launched a Central Planning Committee chaired by Kobena Mensah Woyome to organise the Tour du Ghana 2026, with members from the GOC, Ghana Cycling Federation, National Sports Authority, and other agencies. The GOC President said the event aims to promote cycling and inspire youth participation in the sport.

    8 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 7 September

  1. Somoco launches road safety campaign through 2026

    Somoco Ghana Limited, the authorised distributor of Bajaj Automobiles, has launched its 2026 'Safe Journey' Road Safety Campaign in partnership with the National Road Safety Authority, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Ministry of Transport and Ghana Police Service. The campaign will focus on motorcycle and tricycle users through rider education, road-safety awareness, training, licensing support and promotion of protective equipment until December 2026.

    7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Somoco Ghana launches 2026 road safety campaign for riders

    Somoco Ghana Limited, the authorised distributor of Bajaj Automobiles, has launched its "Safe Journey" 2026 Road Safety Campaign in partnership with the National Road Safety Authority, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Ministry of Transport and Ghana Police Service. The campaign, running until December 2026, focuses on promoting safer road use and responsible riding for motorcycle and tricycle users through rider education, safety awareness, training, licensing support, and promotion of helmets and protective equipment.

    7 September 2026 · The Chronicle

Saturday 5 September

  1. Tano South Assembly plans speed ramps on major highways

    The Tano South Municipality in the Ahafo Region has approved construction of speed ramps along high-speed corridors in Bechem, Techimantia, and Dwomoh to address road safety hazards caused by excessive speeding. The assembly is also cracking down on unauthorized revenue checkpoints to improve municipal tax collection.

    5 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 4 September

  1. Transport Minister calls on okada riders to train and wear protective gear

    Ghana's Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe urged prospective commercial motorcycle, tricycle and quadricycle riders to undergo proper training, obtain licences and wear protective gear. He stressed that riding ability alone does not qualify someone for commercial operation, and that riders must comply with road traffic regulations and respect road signs.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 3 September

  1. PRURide 2026 Elite cyclists to compete for GHS 15,000 prize

    The 7th edition of PRURide will take place on 6 September 2026 at Borteyman Highway, with male elite cyclists covering 112km and female cyclists covering 67.2km. Winners in each category will receive GH¢15,000, with prize money also awarded to finishers placing 2nd through 10th and special category winners.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Somoco Ghana launches road safety campaign through December 2026

    Somoco Ghana Limited, authorized distributor of Bajaj Automobiles, has launched its "Safe Journey" 2026 Road Safety Campaign in partnership with the National Road Safety Authority, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Ministry of Transport, and Ghana Police Service. The initiative focuses on motorcycle and tricycle safety through rider education, training, licensing support via a Somoco Riding Academy, and promotion of helmets and protective gear.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Government moving to legalize and regulate commercial motorcycle operations

    The Commercial National Motor Riders Union has defended the government against allegations that it abandoned commercial motorbike riders after the 2024 elections, citing a technical committee established to research regulation, a stakeholder delegation's study visit to Rwanda, and a regulatory bill laid before Parliament.

    3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Friday 28 August

  1. Ghanaian business executive nominated for Forty Under 40 awards

    Hakeem Jason Adamu, founder and CEO of Furniture Fie Ltd and CMP Network Ghana Limited, has secured a nomination in the Architecture category for the 2026 Forty Under 40 Awards Ghana. His ventures span furniture retail, real estate, media production, and hospitality, with a focus on youth employment and local economic development.

    28 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 27 August

  1. World Bank reports traffic injuries cost 2.1% GDP annually

    The World Bank's 10th Ghana Economic Update report reveals that traffic injuries cost an estimated 2.1 percent of GDP annually, with crash hotspots concentrated on 2.65 percent of urban roads and 4.37 percent of rural roads, and urges the government to prioritize road safety as a macroeconomic and fiscal concern.

    27 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 26 August

  1. NRSA deploys Traffictech cameras to monitor traffic violations nationwide

    The National Road Safety Authority will deploy Traffictech, a technology-based system using cameras and monitoring devices at strategic locations to identify and apprehend traffic offenders automatically, replacing manual enforcement methods. The authority also plans to introduce a mandatory towing system to reduce crashes caused by broken-down vehicles, expected to roll out in 2027.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana to introduce digital traffic enforcement system by September 2026

    Ghana plans to replace manual roadside traffic checks with a digital system by September 2026 that will detect more than 47 traffic offences using cameras, handheld devices and radar systems, with evidence reviewed centrally before electronic notices are sent to offenders. The move aims to modernise enforcement and reduce direct interactions between motorists and police, following Ghana's record 2,949 road deaths in 2025.

    26 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 24 August

  1. NRSA educates motorbike and tricycle operators on new safety regulations

    Ghana's National Road Safety Authority is sensitising commercial motorbike and tricycle operators in the Upper East Region on new regulations (Legislative Instrument 2519) that came into force in 2026, including requirements for operators to join recognised unions and mandatory helmet use to reduce crashes and fatalities.

    24 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 20 August

  1. Chief of Staff urges stronger motorcycle safety enforcement in Ghana

    Ghana's Chief of Staff Dr Julius Debrah called for stronger implementation of road safety measures as motorcycle use expands across Africa, emphasizing that Ghana's Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 2025 requires proper enforcement, rider training, safety standards, and public education. He stressed that helmets must meet required safety standards and provide genuine protection, not merely appear protective.

    20 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Chief of Staff urges stronger collaboration to reduce motorcycle road deaths

    The Chief of Staff Dr Julius Debrah has called for stronger collaboration among government agencies and road safety stakeholders to promote responsible motorcycle use and reduce road fatalities, noting that 1,345 people lost their lives in road crashes in Ghana in 2025 and motorcycles account for about 35 per cent of road deaths across Africa.

    20 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Ghana records 2,949 road deaths in 2025, highest in 35 years

    The National Road Safety Authority reported 2,949 road crash deaths in 2025, an 18.2% increase over 2024 and the highest toll in 35 years. Heavy-duty vehicles including fuel tankers, dump trucks, and trailers are central to the crisis, with Ghana's fatality rate of nearly 26 deaths per 100,000 people exceeding both WHO African regional and global averages.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Kumasi drivers endorse traffic law, urge education and enforcement

    Commercial drivers in Kumasi welcomed Parliament's December 2025 passage of the Road Traffic Amendment Bill, which introduces new provisions on alcohol limits, motorcycle commercial use, and safety equipment, but called on authorities to intensify public education and ensure strict enforcement. Union leaders expressed concern that drivers were not informed about the law's provisions before passage and warned the amendments could be ignored without proper stakeholder engagement and implementation.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ghana road accidents claimed 1,009 lives in first four months 2026

    Ghana is facing a mounting road accident crisis, with 4,899 crashes causing 1,009 deaths and 5,982 injuries between January and April 2026. The DVLA board chairman identifies poor road infrastructure, inadequate safety features, and corruption in enforcement as contributing factors.

    19 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 17 August

  1. Ghana's road crashes kill thousands; need urgent national action

    Ghana recorded 14,743 road traffic crashes in 2025, resulting in 2,949 deaths and 16,714 injuries, with the crisis continuing in early 2026 when 4,899 crashes between January and April claimed 1,009 lives and injured 5,982 people. The DVLA board chairman attributes the problem to poor road infrastructure, inadequate maintenance and safety features, and corruption in enforcement institutions.

    17 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana must shift road safety focus to prevention, not reaction

    A driver educator argues that Ghana's road safety crisis requires preventive measures rather than post-crash responses, and that repeated road deaths have become normalized despite being unacceptable. The author disagrees with some enforcement approaches, including police harassment.

    17 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 16 August

  1. Motorists have right to record police traffic stops for evidence

    The National Road Safety Authority's Director of Regulations, Inspections and Compliance says motorists stopped by police during traffic interactions can record the encounter on mobile phones, and such recordings may be admissible as evidence in court to resolve disputes.

    16 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana's new road traffic law creates separate commercial driver licenses

    Ghana's new road traffic regulations introduce separate licensing regimes for private and commercial drivers, moving away from a single license system. The National Road Safety Authority says the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority will issue distinct licenses for private drivers, commercial drivers, and commercial motorcycle riders, with training requirements emphasizing skills like customer service and passenger/goods transport obligations.

    16 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Kusi Adomako urges Ghana to declare road crashes public health emergency

    The Director of CUTS International's West Africa Regional Centre has called on the government to treat road crashes as a public health emergency, citing more than 2,500 deaths last year and an average of eight daily fatalities that warrant the same urgent response applied to COVID-19.

    16 August 2026 · Joy Online

  4. JoyNews examines Ghana's new road traffic rules

    JoyNews' The Law programme discussed Ghana's new road traffic rules and their implications for motorists, pedestrians, transport operators, and law enforcement agencies, with guests from the National Road Safety Authority and CUTS International addressing enforcement measures and road safety improvements.

    16 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 14 August

  1. Multiple-vehicle crash at Ofankor kills 11, injures 13

    A multiple-vehicle collision involving two tipper trucks, two commercial buses, two saloon cars and an auto rickshaw on the Accra-Kumasi Highway at Ofankor in the Ga North Municipality killed 11 people and injured 13. Preliminary information suggested a stationary vehicle on the highway may have contributed to the crash, though investigations were ongoing.

    14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

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