Ghana Cracks Down on Roadside Parking Chaos

Accra-Kumasi Highway Sees Roadside Parking Crackdown Ghana's National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) launched a crackdown on roadside parking along the busy Accra-Kumasi highway. The operation aims to alleviate severe traffic congestion and enhance road safety. The highway, a vital link between Ghana's two largest cities, has become a de facto marketplace, with vendors and parked vehicles obstructing traffic. "The situation is bad," stated one official in the video, highlighting the dangerous conditions created by the roadside parking. "They park on both shoulders of the road and have turned the place into a market." The authority is working to relocate vendors and vehicles to designated areas, improving traffic flow and reducing accident risks. A local official emphasized the need for a long-term solution, including a designated parking lot with amenities for drivers. The NRSA's action demonstrates a commitment to improving road safety and traffic management in Ghana.