Mahama's Vision: New City to Solve Accra's Traffic Woes

Accra's Congestion Crisis: Mahama's Plan for a New City Ghana's capital, Accra, is grappling with severe traffic congestion, impacting daily life and economic activity. President John Mahama recently addressed the issue, announcing plans to construct a new city outside Accra to alleviate the problem. This ambitious project will include a new outer ring road to bypass the city center, reducing traffic flow through Accra. The plan also involves relocating government offices and agencies to the new city to further reduce congestion. "This new city is a permanent fix to decongest Accra," President Mahama stated during his announcement. The project, he added, will be located on the Accra plains, straddling the Eastern and Volta regions. It will also include a railway link and an expressway connecting the new city to Accra. While the details of the project's funding and timeline remain unclear, the announcement signifies a significant step towards addressing Accra's long-standing traffic challenges. The successful implementation of this plan could dramatically improve the quality of life for Accra's residents and boost the city's economic prospects.