President, John Dramani Mahama, has officially launched construction works to dualise the 73.6-kilometre Cape Coast–Takoradi highway – a key stretch of the National Route 1 and part of the Trans–West African Highway.
The project, which falls under the government’s Big Push infrastructure programme, is expected to be completed within two years.
Speaking at a sod-cutting ceremony in Assorko Essaman in the Shama District on Tuesday, President Mahama described the road as a “critical national route” that has seen severe deterioration in recent years, contributing to frequent accidents and fatalities.
“This road connects important economic centres and serves as a vital trade corridor for both Ghana and the West African sub-region,” he said.
Once completed, the dual carriageway will feature nine interchanges, 10 bridges, 15 pedestrian footbridges, and 20 kilometres of service roads. It will also include axle load stations and rest stops aimed at improving road safety and easing traffic flow.
The project has been divided into three construction lots:
- Lot 1: Cape Coast to Kissi
- Lot 2: Kissi to Daboase
- Lot 3: Daboase to the Takoradi Airport Roundabout
Three different contractors will be responsible for each section of the project.
Earlier in the day, President Mahama toured the Western Regional Hospital at Apemenyim, which is part of a wider effort by the government to boost health and infrastructure services across the country.
The Cape Coast–Takoradi route is considered a strategic economic link, connecting the central and western regions and facilitating trade between Ghana’s ports and neighbouring countries.
Source:TheDotNews