Fuel Levy Starts July 16 – Transport Operators Warn Of Fare Hike

The government’s proposed GH¢1.00 per litre fuel levy will officially take effect on Wednesday, July 16, following a short delay for further consultations.

The levy, introduced to help stabilize Ghana’s power sector, has been met with resistance from the minority in Parliament and major stakeholders in the transport and oil industries.

The Coalition of Commercial Transport Operators, representing over 90% of commercial drivers nationwide, has called for the immediate suspension of the levy, labeling it “reckless and retrogressive” and criticizing the lack of proper stakeholder engagement.

In an interview with Citi News, Charles Danso, Chairman of the Ghana Committed Drivers Association, warned that if the levy is implemented as planned, commuters should expect a 30% nationwide increase in transport fares beginning July 16.

“This isn’t just about GH¢1. We’re already paying a 17.2% tax on electricity. Adding this new fuel levy will cripple drivers and force many out of business,” he said.

Danso added that unless the government reconsiders, the additional costs will be transferred to commuters through fare increases.

Fuel prices to increase by up to 10 percent as Energy Sector Shortfall and Debt Recovery Levy of GHS1 per litre takes effect on 16th July,2025 – Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC)#TV3GH pic.twitter.com/oh3PcGjev0

— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) July 14, 2025

Source: Nkonkonsa.com