Disbar transport unions to enable free flow of goods from hinterlands – Prof. Boso

The Director at the Centre for Applied Research and Innovation in Supply Chain – Africa (CARISCA), Prof. Nathaniel Boso, has advocated for the disbandment of transport unions.

According to him, a complete overhaul of Ghana’s transportation system will be crucial in building an effective supply chain system.

Speaking to journalists at the supply chain business forum and exhibition, organised by CARISCA, Prof. Boso called for bold policies and enforcement to address instances of transport cartels to stabilize the country’s supply and logistics delivery chain.

“We need to reset everything,” Prof. Boso emphasised.

“You cannot build on what does not work. Be bold to dismantle it. Human beings will complain, but once the solution is found, people will stop criticising you.”

He argued that the influence of transport unions renders poses a challenge to the free flow of goods and services in the country and consequently causing prices hikes and delays in the carting of goods especially in the agriculture sector.

Specifically, Prof. Boso criticized the reliance on ‘trotro’ drivers and the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), describing it as “not working.” He called for the empowerment of private transport operators to run effective transportation systems, allowing people to book transportation services online, making it convenient to carry goods.

“A public bus system is needed, and the government must make a conscious effort to allow private parties to operate in the transport system,” he added.

Prof. Boso’s proposal is based on how the supply and logistics sub-sector can contribute to government’s flagship 24-hour industrial policy.

He believes a reset of the sector will enable the delivery of goods within 24 hours, a significant improvement from the current state.

His comments highlight the need for reform in Ghana’s transportation sector, which could have a positive impact on the country’s economy and supply chain efficiency.

The event which was held on the theme “Fueling Africa’s Growth: Supply Chain Innovation and Financing,” gathered industry experts, business leaders, and academic researchers from across the African continent with the aim of enhancing supply chain management practices across the continent

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