Ghana Eyes Tech Partnerships for Transport Upgrade
Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has announced plans to integrate technology into Ghana’s transport sector through strategic partnerships. He, however, emphasized that operational oversight will remain under the Ministry of Transport. “We will ensure that any relevant technological conversation is well aligned, but the Transport Ministry will lead on operational matters,” Mr. George said during a meeting with officials from Yango, the Ministry of Transport, and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) on Friday, August 15, 2025. Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe welcomed the proposals, urging Yango to submit them formally for review. He highlighted Ghana’s existing electric vehicle (EV) policy and roadmap, stressing government’s readiness to embrace partnerships that strengthen transport infrastructure and enhance service delivery. Both ministers described the session as an introductory platform, with subsequent engagements expected to conduct a detailed […]