By Evans Attah Akangla | ignewss – Ho, Ghana
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), in collaboration with key road safety and law enforcement agencies, has sensitised tricycle operators in Ho, the Volta Regional capital, on road traffic regulations ahead of the nationwide rollout of the Trafitech Project on November 1, 2026.
The exercise targeted operators of commercial tricycles, popularly known as “ Keke or Mahama Can Do” riders, as part of efforts to improve compliance with traffic laws and prepare road users for the introduction of technology-driven traffic enforcement.
The engagement involved the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) and the National Insurance Commission (NIC).
Speaking in an interview on the sidelines of the programme, the Volta Regional Director of the NRSA, Joana Fafa Ayer, said the initiative was aimed at improving riders’ understanding of road traffic regulations and their responsibilities as road users.
She explained that the sensitisation formed part of broader preparations for the Trafitech rollout, providing an opportunity to educate operators on existing traffic laws, recent amendments and the operation of the new enforcement system.
Madam Ayer said the engagement also served as refresher training to reinforce riders’ knowledge of road safety requirements and encourage responsible behaviour on the roads.
According to her, the response to the educational programmes had been encouraging, following previous engagements organised by the Authority at various levels.
She stressed that compliance with traffic regulations was essential to reducing road crashes, preventing injuries and improving safety for all road users.
Speed enforcement to begin November 1
Madam Ayer disclosed that the initial phase of the Trafitech Project would focus on speed enforcement, with cameras expected to monitor vehicles’ compliance with posted speed limits in towns and on highways from November 1.
She expressed confidence that the use of technology, combined with greater public awareness and compliance, would help address speeding and other traffic violations.
The NRSA Regional Director urged tricycle operators to familiarise themselves with the applicable traffic regulations and exercise caution when operating on public roads.
She further reminded riders that road safety was a shared responsibility requiring the cooperation of drivers, motorcyclists, tricycle operators, pedestrians and other road users.
The sensitisation exercise forms part of efforts by road safety authorities and their partners to prepare motorists and riders for the Trafitech rollout while promoting safer road use across the country.
SOURCE: www.ignewss.com