President Akufo-Addo said the revival of the railway sector in Ghana, integral to the infrastructural transformation and economic development of the country, had now become a fait accompli during his administration. Speaking at a ceremony marking the completion of the first phase of the Western Railway Line in Takoradi, the President underscored the need for the sector's revitalization, crucial for increased industrialization, efficient transportation system, and economics pertinent to keeping the economy thriving.
Under Akufo-Addo, the government has increased investment in railway infrastructure that had been largely neglected for decades. The revival of the railway sector is part of a broader initiative to modernize Ghana's transportation system and reduce dependence on road transport, which has led to congestion, road damage, and increased accidents.
Speaking at the commissioning, the President said the completion of the Western Railway Line marked a major milestone. The 97-kilometer phase of the project from Takoradi to Kojokrom will ensure an easy flow of goods, mainly minerals and agricultural produce, and significantly cut transportation costs for companies. This is particularly important given the growing demand for Ghana's mineral resources, including gold and bauxite.
Akufo-Addo further referred to the modernization of the Eastern and Central Railway lines, which are set to further integrate Ghana's rail network into the broader West African region. He underlined the revival of the sector in order to create a plethora of jobs, drive economic growth, and advance Ghana's industrialization agenda.
Indeed, this development is not only an economic imperative but also one that has massive effects on national pride," President Akufo-Addo said. "We are creating an instrument that will be inherited by future generations in the shape of a modern, efficient, and sustainable transportation system.
The government has partnered with various investors, both local and international, in the funding of the railway projects, which have long been envisioned for Ghana's infrastructure. The announcement by the President is partly to address the growing demands for more broad-based infrastructure investment to unleash the full potentials of the country's economy.
The railway sector is back on track, and Ghana is well-placed to become one of the regional leaders concerning transport infrastructure, paving the way for regional connectivity and economic prosperity.
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