Ghana's GPRTU to Strike: Fuel Levy Sparks Nationwide Transportation Shutdown

Ghana's GPRTU to Strike Over Fuel Levy Accra, Ghana – The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has announced a nationwide strike, set to begin June 10th, 2025. The strike is in direct response to a recently implemented energy sector levy on petroleum products, which the union claims is causing unsustainable increases in operating costs. The GPRTU says this levy will severely impact their ability to earn a living. "This levy, which is coming on the heels of recent reduction in transport fares, will significantly increase operational costs, resulting in loss of income," stated a GPRTU official during a press conference shown in the video. The union is demanding the immediate removal of the levy and is calling for meaningful dialogue with the government to address the challenges facing the transport sector. The strike is expected to cause significant disruptions to public transportation across Ghana. The GPRTU represents a large portion of the country's commercial transport operators, and their action will undoubtedly have a substantial effect on the daily lives of many Ghanaians. The government has yet to respond publicly to the union's demands.