Some commercial transport operators in Kumasi have begun charging passengers an additional GH¢1 on selected routes as operators feel the impact of recent increases in fuel prices.

The development has been reported at Tech Junction in the Oforikrom Municipality, where some drivers have adjusted what passengers pay even as commuters continue to deal with the rising cost of transportation.

The move has generated concern among passengers, particularly those who rely on public transport several times a day. Even a GH¢1 increase per trip can add significantly to the weekly transportation expenses of regular commuters.

Fuel remains one of the biggest operating costs for commercial drivers, and changes in pump prices often lead to renewed discussions over transport fares.

However, fare adjustments by individual operators can also create confusion, especially when passengers are unsure whether a new charge represents an officially approved fare.

Commuters in Kumasi will therefore be watching closely for any broader decision on transport fares as fuel prices continue to affect the cost of operating commercial vehicles.

For a city where thousands depend on trotros and taxis every day, any sustained increase in transport costs is likely to have an immediate impact on household spending.