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Less than 20km of clearing left to connect Accra-Kumasi Expressway to Kumasi – Agbodza
August 23, 2026
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Less than 20km of clearing left to connect Accra-Kumasi Expressway to Kumasi – Agbodza

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  • Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, announced that less than 20 kilometres of clearing work remains on the Accra-Kumasi Expressway to reach Kumasi.
  • The project is nearing connection with the Kumasi Orbiter, signifying significant progress towards completion.
  • Contractor, Kofi Job Construction Limited, has returned to site and is making good progress on the remaining sections.
  • The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has provided crucial support and guidance for road infrastructure development in the Kumasi area.
  • Completion of these roads is essential for facilitating the operationalisation of the Sewua Hospital, designated as a regional hospital for Kumasi.

Why This Matters

The near completion of the Accra-Kumasi Expressway is crucial for Ghana's economic development, significantly improving connectivity and trade between its two largest cities. This enhanced infrastructure will reduce travel times, boost regional commerce, and facilitate better access to essential services like the Sewua Hospital in Kumasi.

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