The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has directed contractors on new road projects to collaborate closely with the Ghana Highways Authority to ensure that all designs are aligned with Ghana’s planned electronic tolling system.
He gave the directive during an inspection of ongoing road works in Accra, including the expansion of the Accra–Tema Motorway.
The minister emphasized that incorporating tolling technology at the design stage would help prevent expensive modifications later and ensure a smooth rollout of the system when it becomes operational. He noted that a third-party firm will handle the design of the tolling infrastructure, making early alignment crucial.
Addressing project delays, Mr Agbodza pointed to challenges in relocating essential utility services such as electricity and water lines, which have affected several major road works. He, however, assured that all outstanding payments related to these relocations have now been cleared.
He added that there are no pending payment certificates on the motorway expansion project and urged contractors and consultants to re-engage subcontractors and accelerate progress. The government, he said, remains committed to providing the necessary support to ensure timely completion.
The minister also praised the contractors for the progress made so far and encouraged them to maintain momentum. Project manager Ben Sackey reaffirmed the contractor’s commitment to delivering the project by August 2, 2027.
The Accra–Tema Motorway continues to serve as one of Ghana’s most critical transport corridors, linking Accra to the port city of Tema . Officials are optimistic that better coordination with agencies such as the Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Water Limited, combined with the settlement of outstanding payments, will help speed up work and ensure the project is completed on schedule.
