Over 100 trained head porters to drive newly commissioned electric buses

During the commissioning of the electric buses on Wednesday, 27th November, a trained Kayayoo (Head porter) bus driver took Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia on a ride through town.

The occasion marked the graduation ceremony of a special programme aimed at equipping Kayayei (female head porters) with driving skills to enhance their employability and improve their livelihoods.

More than one hundred head potters, popularly called ‘ kayakyei,” have been trained to manage the electric buses.

The initiative was part of a broader effort to empower marginalised groups in the country.

The electric buses were officially commissioned by Dr Bawumia, who also serves as the flagbearer of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Dr Bawumia said it will reduce cost for passengers.

“For our passengers who will be boarding these buses, I think the biggest question in your mind is how much is it going to cost? The answer is consistent with our estimates, when I announce this policy when I gave my lecture in UPSA, I think between 40 to 50 percent reduction in the fares on these electric vehicles.”

During the event, he highlighted the government’s commitment to promoting sustainable transportation while also investing in human capital development.

The introduction of electric buses is seen as a significant step towards modernising Ghana’s transport sector and reducing the nation’s carbon footprint.

A video capturing the ceremony shows the trained Kayayoo bus driver driving the electric bus with Dr Bawumia on board. Many have lauded the initiative, recognising the transformative impact it could have on the lives of these women.

The event served as a powerful testament to the potential of skill development and sustainable technology in driving social and economic progress.

As the government continues to roll out similar programmes, it is hoped that more marginalised groups will benefit, ultimately contributing to a more inclusive and empowered society.

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