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Government has assured reallocation of GH¢400 million for the acquisition of high-occupancy buses to strengthen the fleets of state-owned transport companies, including Metro Mass Transit and the State Transport Company (STC).
Presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament on Thursday, July 23, 2026, the Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, said the intervention will expand public transport capacity, ease congestion, and improve commuter experience on urban and intercity routes.
"This intervention will expand public transport capacity, particularly along high-demand urban and intercity routes, reduce long passenger queues during peak hours, and provide commuters with a more reliable and efficient alternative to private vehicle use," he noted.
According to him, the government is committed to improving urban mobility and providing safe, reliable, and affordable public transportation for Ghanaians.
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