Ghanaian Drivers Protest Crippling Energy Levy

Ghanaian Driver Unions Stage Protest Against New Energy Levy Accra, Ghana – June 5, 2025 – Driver unions across Ghana launched a protest today against a newly implemented GH₵1 energy sector levy, claiming it is severely impacting their income and livelihoods. The protest, which took place at [Location of protest], saw a large turnout of drivers and union representatives. "This levy is crippling us," stated [Name of union representative], a spokesperson for the Concerned Drivers Association. "We are barely making ends meet as it is, and this extra charge is unsustainable." The unions presented a press statement demanding the immediate reversal of the levy, highlighting the significant loss of income and potential disruption to public transport services. The demonstration remained largely peaceful. The government has yet to respond to the unions' demands. The GH₵1 levy is part of a broader effort to address the country's energy challenges. However, the driver unions argue that the burden of this cost is disproportionately falling on them, already struggling with rising fuel prices. The outcome of this protest and the government's response will be closely watched.