Commercial transport services across Ghana could face disruptions on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, after five transport unions announced plans to withdraw their services in protest against trading activities at designated bus stops and pedestrian walkways.
The unions, led by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) of TUC, say the planned industrial action follows the government’s failure to enforce regulations restricting commercial activities at designated transport terminals.
They are demanding the enforcement of Regulation 142 of Legislative Instrument (L.I.) 2519, arguing that the continued occupation of bus stops by traders is obstructing commercial transport operations and making it difficult for drivers to pick up and drop off passengers.
The unions have also expressed concerns over what they describe as the unfair treatment of commercial drivers through the government’s TraffiTech-GH monitoring system.
According to them, drivers are being penalised for traffic violations while trading activities at bus stops and pedestrian walkways continue without adequate enforcement.
Drivers directed to withdraw services
As part of the protest, commercial drivers have been instructed to park their vehicles on Wednesday, November 4, and stay off the roads until further notice.
The unions said the decision followed several unsuccessful attempts to persuade the relevant authorities to address their concerns and enforce the existing regulations.
They have apologised to commuters and the general public for the inconvenience the planned withdrawal of services may cause.
The industrial action is being jointly organised by five transport groups: the GPRTU of TUC, Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana, True Drivers Union, Ghana Committed Drivers Association and Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana.
Commuters face possible disruption
The planned shutdown is expected to affect thousands of commuters who rely on commercial transport for their daily activities, including workers, traders and students.
Passengers have consequently been advised to make alternative travel arrangements ahead of the proposed action to minimise disruptions to their movements.
