Kumasi Residents Voice Outrage Over New Fuel Levy

Kumasi Residents React to New Fuel Levy A new GHS 1 fuel levy has sparked immediate reactions from residents of Kumasi, Ghana. A video filmed at Anloga Junction on June 4, 2025, captures the raw emotions of drivers and bus conductors as they grapple with the impact of the increased cost. "This is unacceptable!" exclaimed one driver in the video, expressing the widespread frustration felt by many. The levy adds to existing economic pressures, impacting transportation costs and the daily lives of ordinary citizens. Another conductor added, "We're already struggling, and this just makes things worse." The video highlights the urgent need to address the concerns of the public and find solutions that mitigate the negative effects of the new levy. The incident underscores the importance of considering the real-world consequences of economic policies on the lives of ordinary citizens.