The Ghana Armed Forces Engineers have cleared 170 kilometres of the 176-kilometre corridor earmarked for the proposed Accra–Kumasi Expressway, leaving just six kilometres to complete the exercise.
The development marks significant progress in preparations for the major road project, with the military engineering team expected to clear the remaining stretch as it advances towards Sawua.
In a post on X on Thursday, September 3, the Ghana Armed Forces said the corridor-clearing exercise had entered its final stage and commended its engineers for their efforts in tackling the challenging terrain.
“The finish line is in sight. Out of 176 kilometres of challenging terrain, just 6 KM REMAIN!” the Ghana Armed Forces stated.
The latest update follows an earlier announcement in July that more than half of the expressway corridor had been cleared.
As of June 25, 2026, 89.5 kilometres, representing 50.9 per cent of the corridor, had been cleared. The entire exercise was initially scheduled to be completed within 20 weeks.
The corridor-clearing exercise is a key preparatory step for the Accra–Kumasi Expressway, as it will create the required right of way ahead of major construction works.
The proposed expressway is expected to improve connectivity between Accra and Kumasi, reduce travel time, ease congestion and facilitate the movement of people and goods.
The completion of the remaining six-kilometre stretch is therefore expected to pave the way for the next phase of the project.
THE RACE TO SAWUA
— Ghana Armed Forces (@GhArmedForces) September 3, 2026
The finish line is in sight. Out of 176 kilometres of challenging terrain, just 6 KM REMAIN!
The elite Ghana Armed Forces Engineers have pushed through with absolute grit.
Watch the incredible journey of military discipline, precision, and unwavering service… pic.twitter.com/50ZZFNaKNs
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