The Alliance of Drivers Ghana has announced a 20 per cent increase in lorry fares, effective Saturday, February 21, 2026.
In a press release issued on Monday, February 16, the group attributed the upward adjustment to the continuous rise in operational and maintenance costs faced by commercial drivers across the country.
According to the alliance, drivers have in recent months experienced significant increases in the prices of spare parts and essential vehicle components, including engine parts, engine oil and servicing costs. It also cited higher charges from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), rising regulatory fees, vehicle insurance premiums, tyres and related accessories, as well as increased utility costs such as water and electricity.
The group provided examples of what it described as steep hikes in key vehicle components. It said the price of a Toyota Vitz gearbox has surged from GH¢4,000 to GH¢7,000, while the cost of a radiator has risen from GH¢600 to GH¢1,000. A carburettor, it noted, now sells for GH¢1,000, up from GH¢800.
Additionally, the alliance indicated that the price of a Sprinter engine has jumped from GH¢15,000 to GH¢40,000, while a Nissan Almera engine has increased from GH¢10,000 to GH¢15,000.
The association stated that drivers continue to work long hours under challenging conditions, often returning home with little or no profit. As self-employed individuals, it stressed, commercial drivers do not receive direct government support and must independently shoulder all operational and maintenance costs.