Ghana’s Road Infrastructure Surpasses African Average – Roads and Highways Minister
Ghana boasts 32.8 km of roads per 100 km, nearly double the African average, with rural access to all-weather roads improving to 63%, a substantial increase from the regional average of 47%.
These investments make a real difference in people’s lives, with data showing a 180% increase in trips to health facilities, tripling household incomes in some areas and a 60% reduction in travel times to critical health services.
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Mr Francis Asenso-Boakye, disclosed this at the 2024 “Global Infrastructure Conference”, organised by the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) in Switzerland on Tuesday
The Minister emphasised that these achievements stem from strategic investments made by the government over the past seven years.
He said these efforts have transformed lives, particularly in rural communities, contributing to poverty reduction.
“This underscores the role of road infrastructure as the backbone of national development, driving access to economic opportunities and improving the quality of life across the country,” the Minister stated.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to sustainable and resilient infrastructure that will benefit both current and future generations.
Mr Asenso-Boakye also pledged to deepen partnerships with key development partners and stakeholders to build a better future for all Ghanaians.
The “Global Infrastructure Conference,” organised by the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC), brought together world leaders, experts, policymakers and professionals from engineering, construction and infrastructure fields.
