The Ministry of Transport has engaged officials from the Czech Republic to explore potential collaboration and investment opportunities in Ghana’s transport sector. The meeting, chaired by the Deputy Minister of Transport, Hon. Dorcas Affo-Toffey, brought together directors of various sectors along with Knights, a Czech company known for providing innovative solutions in road, rail, and air transport.
Speaking at the session, the Deputy Minister, Hon. Dorcas Affo-Toffey, welcomed the delegation and invited technical teams from both sides to explore areas of mutual interest. She emphasized the need for partnerships that would not only strengthen Ghana’s transport infrastructure but also enhance services to meet modern demands.
The Czech delegation noted that while their expertise covers almost every area of transport, except maritime, given their landlocked status, they were ready to provide technologies that would strengthen Ghana’s transport sector.
On land transport, the delegation underscored the importance of infrastructure as a driver of economic growth and regional connectivity. They cited the ongoing construction of 50 bridges in Ghana, with an additional 150 bridges planned, as part of efforts to boost road safety and accessibility.
They further outlined opportunities in bus and mass transit solutions, referencing ongoing projects in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, where Czech companies are providing buses and even boats to support public transport across the city’s lagoons.
Highlighting the Czech Republic’s reputation for having one of the densest railway networks in Europe, the delegation showcased expertise in railway construction, locomotive and wagon production, and tram systems. Feasibility studies have already been conducted for tramway projects in Kumasi, with similar opportunities identified for Accra to ease urban congestion.
Beyond road and rail, the team presented solutions for smart city traffic management, aimed at addressing daily traffic jams in Ghana’s growing urban centres.
On air transport, they shared experiences from Senegal, where modular airports are being developed to connect both major cities and remote areas. Such solutions, they noted, could support Ghana’s plans to revive its domestic airline operations. They also offered support in aircraft supply, air traffic control, and radar technology, systems that could benefit both aviation and maritime operations.
Representatives from the Ministry of Transport outlined the roles of key transport agencies, including Metro Mass Transit Limited, Intercity STC Coaches Limited, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), and the National Road Safety Authority. They stressed that Ghana’s road transport system is largely dependent on fossil fuels and dominated by unions and associations, with only a few formalized operators such as VVIP providing services.
The Deputy Minister expressed optimism that the collaboration would help modernize Ghana’s transport system, particularly in areas of infrastructure, urban mobility, and safety. Knights, the Czech company present, also assured that beyond providing technology, they would deliver training and workshops to ensure knowledge transfer and sustainability.
Both parties agreed to continue technical discussions to identify priority areas for immediate collaboration.
