Bolgatanga–Paga road to get 10 speed-control installations after fatal crashes
The government is introducing temporary traffic-calming measures on the Bolgatanga–Navrongo–Paga Highway ahead of a planned major rehabilitation, following reports of multiple road deaths along the corridor.
Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza has instructed the Ghana Highway Authority to arrange the installation of 10 speed-calming features across an eight-kilometre stretch, with work expected to begin by Monday.
The intervention will focus on sections near schools, clinics and other public facilities where the movement of pedestrians and vehicles creates particular safety concerns. The directive followed concerns from Upper East Regional Minister Donatus Atanga Akamugri, who said the highway had recorded between 10 and 20 fatalities within a relatively short period.
During an inspection of roads in the region on Wednesday, November 11, Mr Agbodza said the immediate measures were necessary because the proposed rehabilitation could take time to materialise. He said the temporary installations would help manage vehicle speeds while government considers a broader overhaul of the road.
The minister also called on motorists to respect traffic regulations and avoid speeding, stressing that road safety requires responsible behaviour from drivers alongside infrastructure improvements.
Source: CNR
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