Ghana’s TraffiTech-GH Goes Live: 10 Things Every Motorist Must Know About The New Traffic Enforcement System

By: Ebenezer Adugyamfi & Emmanuel Ayiku for GhanaianNewsCanada
November 3, 2026

Motorists across Ghana are entering a new phase of road traffic enforcement following the nationwide rollout of the Ghana Police Service’s automated traffic enforcement system, known as TraffiTech-GH, on November 1, 2026.

The initiative marks a significant change in how traffic violations are detected, documented and punished, with authorities increasingly relying on cameras, sensors and digital evidence instead of depending exclusively on police officers physically stopping offending drivers.

Under the system, motorists who violate traffic regulations can be captured by enforcement cameras and issued Electronic Notices of Violation (ENVs) through text messages. The notices contain information about the alleged offence, the vehicle involved, the location and time of the incident, and the applicable fine.

The Ghana Police Service says the initiative is intended to improve compliance with road traffic regulations, discourage dangerous driving and reduce road crashes, deaths and injuries.

Although the system is popularly being described as a new traffic law, TraffiTech-GH is actually an enforcement programme developed by the Police Service. Its legal foundation is the country’s updated road traffic framework, including the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1153) and the Road Traffic Regulations, 2026 (L.I. 2519).

The full rollout was initially scheduled for October 1 but was postponed to November 1 to allow for additional public education and preparations.

1. What exactly is TraffiTech-GH?

TraffiTech-GH is an automated traffic law enforcement system developed by the Ghana Police Service through its Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD).

It uses technological equipment to identify motorists who violate road traffic regulations and capture evidence of those violations.

The system employs fixed cameras, mobile or in-vehicle cameras and laser speed-measurement devices to monitor vehicles and record offences.

Unlike conventional enforcement, where a police officer may need to stop a driver to issue a ticket, the automated system can capture an alleged offence without the driver necessarily being aware that an enforcement operation is taking place.

The recorded evidence is transmitted to a central processing system, where it is reviewed and validated before an electronic notice is issued.

 

2. How does the system work?

The process begins when an enforcement camera or other approved device detects a possible traffic violation.

For instance, if a driver exceeds the prescribed speed limit, the equipment captures the vehicle and records information relating to the alleged offence.

The information, including photographs or video footage, is then transmitted to the Police Service’s back-office system for examination.

After the evidence has been reviewed and validated, an Electronic Notice of Violation is issued to the registered vehicle owner through an SMS.

The notice is expected to contain:

• The electronic ticket number.
• Vehicle registration number.
• Date and time of the alleged offence.
• Location where the violation occurred.
• Description of the traffic offence.
• Applicable fine.
• Deadline for payment.

The Police Service says the system is designed to ensure that motorists can be held accountable even when police officers are not physically present on the road.

3. Which traffic offences can TraffiTech-GH detect?

Although the initial rollout is focusing on speeding offences, the Police Service’s official guidance identifies several other violations that fall under the enforcement programme.

These include:

• Exceeding prescribed speed limits.
• Running a red traffic light.
• Wrongful overtaking.
• Failure to wear a seatbelt.
• Driving with an expired roadworthiness certificate.
• Driving with an expired driver’s licence.
• Operating an uninsured vehicle.
• Misuse of sirens.

The introduction of automated enforcement means that motorists cannot assume that they are free to violate traffic regulations simply because they cannot see a police officer nearby.

The Police Service has indicated that the system will support broader enforcement of the applicable traffic regulations.

4. What are the speed limits under the new regulations?

Speeding is one of the major offences targeted by the system.

According to the Ghana Police Service’s TraffiTech-GH guidance, the general speed limits include:

Road or location	Speed limit
Areas with predominant human activity, including schools, markets and hospitals	30 km/h
Urban and built-up areas	50 km/h
Highways	90 km/h
Motorways	100 km/h

The Police Service has advised drivers to familiarize themselves with these limits and observe the appropriate speed restrictions.

Motorists should also understand that particular road conditions, locations and traffic signs may require lower speeds.

The absence of a visible enforcement camera does not give drivers permission to exceed the prescribed limits.

5. Who receives the electronic traffic ticket?

One of the most important features of TraffiTech-GH concerns vehicle ownership.

Where an offence is detected by an automated camera, the Electronic Notice of Violation is generally sent to the registered vehicle owner’s telephone number recorded with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA).

This means that the person receiving the notice may not necessarily be the individual who was driving at the time of the offence.

The Police Service’s official guidance states that the registered owner remains liable for violations involving the vehicle, regardless of who was driving.

For example, if a vehicle owner lends a car to a relative or friend and that person is captured speeding, the electronic notice may be sent to the registered owner’s phone.

The Police Service has therefore urged vehicle owners to ensure that their ownership records and contact information are properly updated.

Anyone who sells a vehicle should also complete the official ownership-transfer process with the DVLA to avoid being held responsible for offences committed by a subsequent owner.

6. What happens if you receive an Electronic Notice of Violation?

Motorists who receive an electronic traffic notice are expected to take action within 14 days of the notice’s issuance.

They have two main options: pay the applicable fine or initiate the official process to contest the alleged violation.

The notice contains a ticket number that can be used to access the relevant offence information and evidence.

Motorists are advised to examine the photographs or video footage before deciding whether to accept or challenge the violation.

The Police Service says motorists do not automatically have to appear in court simply because they receive an electronic notice. However, those who choose to contest the notice must follow the prescribed procedure, which may eventually lead to a court hearing.

7. What happens if you refuse to pay?

The new enforcement arrangement includes financial consequences for motorists who fail to settle their fines within the stipulated period.

According to the Police Service, an additional penalty of one per cent of the original fine is imposed for every day of default after the 14-day payment period.

This means that delaying payment can increase the amount owed.

The consequences may also extend beyond the accumulation of late-payment penalties.

The Police Service’s official guidance states that motorists with outstanding TraffiTech-GH fines may be prevented from accessing certain DVLA services.

These include the renewal of driver’s licences, vehicle registration and transfer services, re-registration and roadworthiness inspection.

Motorists are therefore encouraged to check for outstanding violations and settle legitimate fines before visiting the DVLA.

8. How can motorists pay their fines?

The Police Service has provided electronic payment channels for motorists who receive valid violation notices.

According to its official guidance, payments can be made through:

• The Ghana.gov payment platform.
• Mobile money services, including MTN, Telecel and AT.
• Debit or credit cards.
• The USSD code 7100#.

Motorists should use only officially approved payment channels and avoid sending money to individuals claiming to represent the Police Service.

The Police have specifically warned against paying traffic fines into personal mobile money accounts.

9. Can motorists challenge an unfair traffic ticket?

The system also provides a procedure for motorists who believe that an electronic notice was issued incorrectly.

A motorist who disagrees with a violation must begin the contest process online within 14 days of the notice’s issuance.

The process requires the individual to access the offence information, review the available evidence and submit a formal challenge.

The motorist can select a preferred MTTD regional police station for the next stage of the process.

Following submission, the MTTD will communicate with the motorist to arrange an appointment. After the police engagement, the matter may be scheduled for a court hearing.

The Police Service has indicated that evidence from the enforcement equipment is subject to validation. It also says speed-measurement devices used under the programme are type-approved and periodically calibrated by the Ghana Standards Authority.

This provision is important because automated enforcement must be supported by reliable evidence and a process through which motorists can challenge alleged violations.

10. How can motorists avoid fake traffic tickets?

The introduction of electronic traffic notices could also create opportunities for fraudsters to impersonate the Police Service and demand money from unsuspecting motorists.

The Police have therefore advised motorists to pay attention to the sender identification on traffic violation messages.

An official Electronic Notice of Violation should carry the sender identification GPS-MTTD.

Motorists should be cautious about messages from unknown numbers, suspicious links and individuals requesting payment through private mobile money accounts.

The Police Service has provided the following contact details for enquiries and reporting suspicious messages:

• Police emergency line: 191.
• Toll-free number: 18555.
• TraffiTech-GH call centre: 059 692 2402.
• Email: traffitech@police.gov.gh.

Motorists without smartphones or internet access can contact the call centre for assistance.

The official TraffiTech-GH information page is available on the Ghana Police Service website.

Beyond cameras: Ghana’s wider road traffic reforms

TraffiTech-GH forms part of a broader effort to modernize Ghana’s road traffic regulatory system.

The Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1153), received presidential assent on December 24, 2025, while Parliament approved the Road Traffic Regulations, 2026 (L.I. 2519), on May 28, 2026.

The new framework introduces reforms beyond automated traffic enforcement.

Among its provisions are a demerit-point system linked to drivers’ licences, stronger penalties for serious traffic violations, changes to the legal blood-alcohol limit and additional requirements for commercial transport operations.

The regulations also establish a framework for the commercial use of motorcycles, tricycles and quadricycles for passenger services, subject to licensing, training and safety requirements.

The Ministry of Transport has said the reforms are intended to improve road safety, strengthen regulation and respond to developments in Ghana’s transport sector.

Will TraffiTech-GH change driving behaviour in Ghana?

The introduction of TraffiTech-GH is expected to change the relationship between motorists and traffic enforcement officers.

For years, many drivers have associated traffic enforcement with the physical presence of police officers at intersections, checkpoints and major highways.

With automated enforcement, the possibility of being captured by a camera introduces a different level of accountability.

However, the effectiveness of the programme will depend on more than the installation of cameras.

Public education, accurate evidence, properly calibrated equipment, reliable notification systems and an accessible appeals process will be important in ensuring that motorists understand and trust the system.

There will also be questions about how the authorities handle incorrect vehicle records, disputed offences and cases where the registered owner was not driving.

For commercial drivers, the changes could have implications for daily operations, particularly where speed limits, passenger safety and compliance with vehicle requirements are concerned.

As the system begins full implementation, motorists are being encouraged to familiarise themselves with the regulations, maintain valid vehicle documents and observe speed limits.

The message from the Police Service is clear: traffic enforcement is becoming increasingly technology-driven, and drivers should not assume that an offence will go unnoticed simply because an officer is not standing by the roadside.

For official information, motorists can consult the Ghana Police Service’s TraffiTech-GH frequently asked questions page: https://police.gov.gh/en/index.php/traffitech-gh/