THE CITY OF ACCRA IN GHANA AND ITS PROFILE
Profile of Accra the capital city with a cosmopolitan outlook
It has a population of about 3 million and features an international airport called Kotoka International Airport. Accra is peaceful, has a low crime rate and friendly people. From a small fishing community at Jamestown, the capital city of Ghana…
Profile of Accra the capital city with a cosmopolitan outlook
Government ministries of special interest to tourists to Accra
A detailed look at state ministries in the capital of Ghana that may be of special intertest to tourists. Ministry for Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs The official Ghanaian organization in charge of establishing connections between the national government and the…
Government ministries of special interest to tourists to Accra
Information on English speaking diplomatic missions in Accra
Australia The continent of Australia, the island of Tasmania, and many other islands make up the nation officially referred to as Australia, or the Commonwealth of Australia. By area, it is the largest nation in Oceania and the sixth largest…
Information on English speaking diplomatic missions in Accra
A look at least known neighborhoods in Accra
Here are less known neighborhoods of the capital of Ghana that offers insights into the everyday, typical lives of the residents. Kaneshie A suburb of Ghana’s Greater Accra Region, Kaneshie is located in the Accra Metropolitan District. The word “Kane…
THE STORY OF BUS STOPS ACROSS THE WORLD
How walkability aids discovery and patronage of transport facilities
Walkability, as used in urban planning, refers to the ease of accessing facilities on foot such as going to the bus stop bus. Its foundation is the notion that metropolitan areas ought to be more than merely transportation thoroughfares intended…
How walkability aids discovery and patronage of transport facilities
How traffic signs help passengers travel conveniently from stops
An introduction to signs Road signs, often known as traffic signs, are signs placed beside or above roads to advise or instruct drivers. Simple milestones made of stone or wood were the first indications. Later, signs with directing arms were…
How traffic signs help passengers travel conveniently from stops
How road safety rules protect the pedestrian and the passenger
The techniques and precautions taken to keep drivers from dying or suffering severe injuries are referred to as road traffic safety. Pedestrians, bikers, drivers, car passengers, and those using public transportation on the road are examples of common road users.…
How road safety rules protect the pedestrian and the passenger
How bus shelters are constructed and maintained by city authorities
Any effective urban mass transit system must have a decent bus shelter. The definition of “good,” however, varies depending on your perspective. According to the city organization in charge of overseeing it, a good shelter is one that requires little…
How bus shelters are constructed and maintained by city authorities
ABOUT ACCRA TROTRO IN THE CAPITAL OF GHANA
Accra trotro transport services in the city ply all major roads in the capital of Ghana. They are found parked at their designated terminals where they wait for longer periods for passengers to board or at street sides during stops along a route. These buses are owned by the drivers or belong to transport investors.
The coaches have an average seating capacity of 14 passengers. Accra trotro buses mainly belong to Unions and the most prominent amongst them are the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Ghana Co-operative Transport Association (GCTA) and Progressive Transport Owners Association (PROTOA).
Aside driver and owner welfare, these trotro Unions provide various administrative and operational services for their membership. The auto transport companies in the capital of Ghana act as the liaison between the government and the individual members.