Kumasi's 'Short-Short' Tro-Tro Drivers Frustrate Commuters Amidst Fare Reduction

Commuters in Kumasi, Ghana, are facing difficulties due to a practice known as 'short-short,' where trotro drivers drop passengers midway and demand extra fares. This occurs despite an upcoming fare reduction. One passenger stated, "In the evenings, the fare is 5 cedis, but they charge 10 cedis." Drivers claim high fuel costs and high demand are to blame. The report raises questions about whether passengers will truly benefit from the fare cut. This situation highlights the challenges faced by daily commuters in Kumasi and underscores the need for better regulation of the trotro system.