The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) held a stakeholder engagement in Ho as part of nationwide preparations for the rollout of Ghana’s new vehicle number plate system.
The meeting brought together transport operators, security agencies, vehicle dealers, assembly representatives, and other key stakeholders to brief them on the new system and address concerns ahead of its implementation.
Speaking to participants, officials from the DVLA explained that the new number plate regime is designed to enhance road safety, improve vehicle identification, and strengthen the country’s vehicle registration database.
They noted that the upgraded system will also incorporate improved security features to curb duplication, fraud, and the use of fake number plates.
According to the Deputy Director Vehicle Inspector Registration at DVLA, Kwasi Bona Otuo Serebour, the stakeholder engagement is a crucial step in ensuring a smooth transition. It offers an opportunity to educate the public, clarify technical details, and gather feedback from those directly affected by the change.
He assured that the process will not differ significantly from existing registration procedures in 2026 and urged the public not to panic.
He added that the new system will help the DVLA create a clean database of vehicles in Ghana. The current aluminium plates lack embedded information, making it easy to move them from one vehicle to another. With the new plates, all relevant information will be stored on the plate, making such transfers difficult.
Participants welcomed the initiative and raised concerns relating to cost implications, the transition process for already-registered vehicles, and the timeline for full implementation. DVLA officials assured them that all concerns are being considered to ensure the rollout is convenient and transparent.
The Authority is expected to conduct similar engagements across all regions as Ghana prepares to introduce the new vehicle number plate system in the coming months.
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