Accra Decongestion: A Necessary Disruption?

Accra Decongestion Exercise: Residents Voice Concerns Accra, Ghana – The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) launched a decongestion exercise in Accra on May 22, 2025. This initiative aims to improve traffic flow and urban planning. However, the exercise has led to concerns from some residents. One resident interviewed stated, "The traffic is terrible. Businesses are suffering." This reflects the disruption caused by the exercise. The AMA aims to alleviate these issues in the long term. The exercise is expected to continue for several days. The AMA has yet to respond to the concerns raised by residents. The exercise is part of a broader plan to modernize Accra's infrastructure. While there are challenges, the AMA's efforts to improve Accra's infrastructure are a positive step towards a more efficient city. The long-term benefits of the decongestion exercise are expected to outweigh the short-term disruptions.