Mahama Cuts Sod To Expand The Cape Coast–Takoradi Road

President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the construction of the 73.6-kilometre Cape Coast–Takoradi dual carriageway, a key part of the National Route 1 and the Trans–West African Highway.

The project, under the government’s Big Push roads initiative, is expected to be completed in two years. It will feature nine interchanges, 10 bridges, 15 footbridges, 20 kilometres of service roads, rest stops, and axle load stations to improve safety and reduce congestion.

The construction is divided into three sections:

Lot 1: Cape Coast to Kissi
Lot 2: Kissi to Daboase
Lot 3: Daboase to Takoradi Airport Roundabout

Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony at Assorko Essaman in the Shama District on Tuesday, October 21, President Mahama said the road is crucial for national development but has deteriorated badly over the years, leading to frequent accidents.

He added that the dualisation will make travel safer, boost trade, and promote economic growth along Ghana’s western corridor and across the West African subregion.

President @JDMahama breaks ground for the 73.6km Cape Coast–Takoradi dual carriageway, a major infrastructure project under the Big Push initiative. The road, part of the Trans-West African Highway, will feature interchanges, bridges, and service roads—aimed at reducing accidents… pic.twitter.com/cGRcHPA3WD

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Source: AdomOnline