The Chief Executive of the National Ambulance Service has warned that road accidents are seriously affecting Ghana’s economy. Health experts say injuries from crashes are costing the country billions of cedis annually. Authorities estimate that road crash injuries now account for a significant loss in productivity. Emergency responders are also facing increasing pressure due to rising accident cases. Safety campaigners are calling for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations across the country.
Public education on reckless driving and speeding has also intensified. Officials say many accidents are linked to poor road discipline and dangerous overtaking. The government is being urged to invest more in road safety measures and emergency care systems.
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