Accra: As reconstruction works continue on the Tema Motorway, drivers and traders along the stretch are raising concerns about challenges affecting their daily activities, despite welcoming the project as a positive step towards improving road infrastructure.
According to Ghana Web, a major issue highlighted by commercial drivers is the prolonged parking of broken-down or abandoned vehicles along the road. One driver mentioned that existing regulations require such vehicles to remain on the roadside for no more than two hours. However, this rule is often flouted, with some vehicles reportedly left on the road for three to four days, creating serious problems for other drivers.
A motor rider commended the government for undertaking the reconstruction project, describing it as a good initiative. He appealed to authorities and contractors to expedite the work to ease the burden on road users, emphasizing the need for a quicker completion of the project to allow for smoother daily activities.
Traders operating along the motorway have also expressed concern over the dusty conditions caused by the ongoing construction. They acknowledged efforts by contractors to sprinkle water on the road to control the dust but noted that the measures are insufficient. Traders suggest that increasing the frequency of watering the road to two or three times a day could help mitigate the dust problem, as wearing nose masks alone is not enough to alleviate their discomfort.
Despite the challenges, many road users remain hopeful that the completed project will significantly improve transportation, enhance safety, and boost economic activities along the corridor. For now, commuters, drivers, and traders continue to endure the disruptions, with expectations that the long-term benefits of the Tema Motorway reconstruction will outweigh the current inconveniences.