The era in Ghana where drivers are routinely stopped on the road by the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) to verify their licences and check for traffic violations may soon be over.
The government, through the Ghana Police Service, in collaboration with the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) and the Ministry of Transport, has developed a digital traffic enforcement system, dubbed “TraffiTech-GH”, aimed at improving road safety and enhancing compliance with traffic laws.
The system uses advanced cameras and sensors to automatically capture audiovisual evidence of vehicles committing traffic offences such as speeding and running red lights.
The initiative was highlighted during a visit by the Minister for Transport Joseph Bukari Nikpe to the NRSA and TraffiTech-GH facilities to assess the automated enforcement system and explore how it can support the government’s vision of reducing road crashes.
The visit formed part of efforts to leverage technology to strengthen law enforcement and improve road safety nationwide. Mr Nikpe was accompanied by his Deputy, Dorcas Affo-Toffey; the Chief Director, William Kartey; the Director-General of NRSA, Abraham Amaliba Esq.; and other senior officials from both institutions.
Officials of TraffiTech-GH, led by the Director of Education, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation, Chief Supt. Alexander Kwaku Obeng, demonstrated how the system detects traffic violations in real time.
Mr Nikpe emphasised the role of innovation and technology in tackling road safety challenges, stating, “The Ministry of Transport is committed to engaging stakeholders in working towards ensuring safety on our roads for everyone.”
Deputy Minister Dorcas Affo-Toffey told Onua News that the government is currently digitalising road traffic regulations. She explained that the new act is before Parliament and is expected to be passed by the end of March 2026.
She added that the system will introduce spot fines and reduce direct interaction between the police and the public. “Immediately a police officer captures your number plate, all details will be processed in real time at the MTTD back office, and a fine will be sent to you via SMS. This will minimise face-to-face interactions,” she said.
The Deputy Minister, who is also the Member of Parliament for Jomoro, noted that TraffiTech-GH aligns Ghana with global best practices in road safety and is expected to significantly reduce accidents on the country’s roads.
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