The reintroduction of road tolls in Ghana has sparked concerns among stakeholders, particularly regarding implementation.
Nana Wiredu, Deputy PRO of the Concern Drivers Association, emphasizes the need for engagement between the Road Minister and stakeholders to address concerns.
As drivers spend most of their time on the road, their input on road structure would be invaluable.
Nana Wiredu welcomes the introduction of electronic road toll payment, citing its potential to simplify tax collection, ensure accountability, and facilitate smooth traffic flow.
This digitalization effort aligns with Ghana’s goal of modernizing its road toll system.
In fact, audit firm PricewaterhouseCoopers recommends digital solutions for road tolls collection, highlighting its benefits in efficiency and revenue generation.
The electronic toll system would eliminate the need for physical toll booths, reducing congestion and pollution.
It would also provide a secure and transparent way of collecting road taxes, with features like electronic vehicle recognition and automated payment systems.
Key benefits of the electronic toll system include:
*Improved Revenue Collection*: Estimated annual revenue of GHC 157,680,000
– *Reduced Congestion*: Automated toll collection will minimize traffic delays
– *Enhanced Accountability*: Digital records will ensure transparency in tax collection
– *Increased Efficiency*: Electronic tolls will reduce corruption and pollution at toll booths
Overall, the reintroduction of road tolls in Ghana, coupled with electronic payment systems, is expected to bring numerous benefits, including improved revenue collection, reduced congestion, and enhanced accountability.
The government’s goal is to modernize the road toll system, and audit firm PricewaterhouseCoopers recommends digital solutions for road tolls collection, highlighting its benefits in efficiency and revenue generation.
Story by: Ohemaa Adusi-Poku
