The Ghana Federation of Disability Organisations (GFD) is ensuring the needs of persons with disabilities are not left behind as the country welcomes new state buses.
On February 5, 2026, GFD met with the Ministry of Transport in Accra to discuss accessibility concerns surrounding buses to be imported by the State Transport Corporation (STC) and Metro Mass Transit Limited.
Led by National President Joseph Atsu Homadzi, GFD’s delegation highlighted issues with existing buses, including high entrances, lack of ramps, and inadequate spaces for persons with disabilities.
They also raised concerns about inaccessible route information for passengers with hearing impairments.
According to GFD, many existing STC and Metro Mass Transit buses remain inaccessible, making it difficult for persons with disabilities to use public transport.
The delegation, which included Alex Bankoli Williams, Prof. Samuel Hayford, and Alex Tetteh of the Centre for Employment of Persons with Disabilities, emphasised the need for inclusive transport.
“Inclusive transport is not a privilege, it’s a right,” the GFD said in a statement.
Ministry officials assured GFD that accessibility standards would be applied to all new state-owned buses and efforts would be made to promote compliance among private operators.
While acknowledging challenges with enforcement, they committed to working with GFD to ensure public transport becomes more accessible.
GFD requested inclusion in future stakeholder engagements and offered support for public sensitisation on inclusive transport.
The Ministry assured GFD’s concerns would be communicated to the Minister of Transport and relevant stakeholders for action.
The meeting marks a significant step towards ensuring Ghana’s public transport system is more inclusive and accessible to all.
SOURCE: DisabilityNewsGH.com
