The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that approximately 51 kilometres of the proposed Accra–Kumasi Expressway corridor have so far been cleared as preparatory works continue on one of Ghana’s most ambitious infrastructure projects.
According to the Finance Minister, the project is progressing steadily under the direct supervision of President John Dramani Mahama, with the Ghana Armed Forces currently leading the initial phase of operations on the ground.
Speaking on the development, Dr. Forson disclosed that compensation payments for affected property owners and residents along the project corridor are expected to commence in June. He assured the public that government remains committed to ensuring fairness, transparency, and timely payments throughout the compensation process.
The Accra–Kumasi Expressway is expected to significantly transform transportation between Ghana’s two major economic hubs by reducing travel time, easing traffic congestion, improving road safety, and boosting economic activities along the route.
Government describes the project as a major step toward modernising Ghana’s road infrastructure and enhancing regional trade and connectivity. The expressway is also expected to facilitate the movement of goods and services while supporting industrial and commercial growth across several communities.
Dr. Forson emphasized that the Mahama administration is determined to deliver infrastructure projects that directly improve the lives of Ghanaians and contribute to long-term national development.
“The project represents a bold investment in Ghana’s future and demonstrates government’s commitment to creating a modern transport system capable of supporting economic expansion,” he stated.
The involvement of the Ghana Armed Forces in the initial clearing operations has been widely described as a strategic move to accelerate preparatory works and ensure discipline and efficiency in the execution process.
Residents and commuters who frequently use the Accra–Kumasi highway have welcomed the progress made so far, expressing hope that the new expressway will help address the persistent traffic congestion and road deterioration that have affected travel on the route for years.
The project forms part of broader infrastructure and economic transformation plans being pursued by the Mahama administration to improve connectivity, create jobs, and attract investments into key sectors of the economy.
With compensation payments expected to begin next month and clearing works already advancing, government says the Accra–Kumasi Expressway remains on course to become a landmark development project for Ghana.
