The ministry of Roads and Highways has launched a maintenance Mobile App, dubbed “Maintain My Road”, and a Call Centre as part of an “Enhanced Maintenance Programme” of the Ministry of Roads and Highways aimed at involving the public in addressing potholes and other road defect issues on our road network.
Since 2017, the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration has constructed six (6) new interchanges, 35 bridges, and 12,830.33 km of roads as against the 4,636km by the previous administration, the sector minister Francis Asenso-Boakye stated.
According to him, successive governments have made significant progress in road infrastructure development essential for socio-economic development.
“However, there remains a gap in the routine maintenance of these roads, which has led to issues such as potholes, road defects, limited rural access, accidents, and urban congestion.
To tackle these challenges, ministry has introduced these innovative solutions, including the Call Centre and Mobile App, to ensure timely and effective public reporting and maintenance. These tools will enhance road conditions, address public concerns, and boost community involvement in improving Ghana’s road infrastructure” he added.
Source:Mybrytfmonline.com/Kwabena Nyarko Abronoma
