Cargo drivers, commercial drivers, and motorists in Kwawu Afram Plains have staged a protest over the worsening state of the ferry and the poor road network.
Afram Plains, recognized as one of the country’s major food suppliers, is experiencing significant infrastructure deficiencies, leading to the protest.
The demonstrators are calling for government action to improve the deteriorating ferry and the inadequate road network between Kwawu Tafo and Donkorkrom.
Protesters carried placards with messages such as “Fix the two engines of the ferry,” “Fix Afram bridge,” and “No more reverse on the ferry,” highlighting their grievances.
During the protest, participants stated that numerous requests to authorities for repairs have gone unanswered.
Upon receiving the petition, District Chief Executive Joseph Appiah Boateng and Member of Parliament Evans Kyei Ntiri urged the government to address the concerns of the Kwawu Afram Plains residents.
The DCE committed to reshaping the road from Kwawu Tafo to Donkorkrom. Concerning the ferry, he guaranteed that the government would work with the Volta Lake Transport Company to address the persistent issues.
The protest highlights the pressing need for infrastructure improvements in Afram Plains, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for residents and bolstering the region’s vital role in the nation’s food supply.