Ghana’s Road Safety Drive – Throwing a ‘Headlight’ On Private Vehicle Crashes

On the Ghanaian road safety scene, the last half-decade, spanning from 2019 to 2023, has witnessed a marginal decline in road crashes and deaths, igniting hopes for a significant reduction in this pressing public health concern.

However, amidst ongoing efforts to fortify adherence to traffic regulations and bolster road infrastructure, a closer look at the data during this period reveals a worrying trend that demands attention.

Contrary to the prevailing notion that commercial vehicles are the…