Road Accidents Claim 325 Lives in Ashanti Region

- The Ashanti Region has experienced a dramatic 67% rise in road accident deaths
- A significant number of victims are pedestrians
- The public is demanding immediate and effective measures to address the crisis
The Ashanti Region has emerged as the deadliest spot in Ghana for road accidents, with a staggering 325 deaths recorded in the first half of 2024.
This represents a 67% increase compared to the same period last year.
The surge in fatalities has sparked widespread concern, with individuals and organizations calling for urgent action to address the crisis. Pedestrian knockdowns have been identified as a major contributor to the problem, exacerbated by poor street lighting and the encroachment of pedestrian walkways by traders.
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has emphasized the need for increased police visibility, particularly at night, and has initiated the formation of district road safety committees to improve road safety measures.
As the public demands stronger action, stakeholders are under pressure to implement effective strategies to curb the alarming loss of lives on the region’s roads.