The Ashanti Region has emerged as the area with the highest number of road crashes in Ghana, according to the latest data released by the National Road Safety Authority (NSRA).
The report highlights a general uptick in road crashes across several regions between June 2024 and June 2025, underscoring persistent safety challenges on the country’s roads.
Per the NSRA’s statistics, the Ashanti Region recorded 336 road crashes in June 2024. This figure climbed to 360 in June 2025, cementing its position as the region with the highest incident rate.
In the Greater Accra Region, road crashes rose marginally from 284 in June 2024 to 297 in June 2025 — a 4.58% increase.
The Eastern Region saw a more significant jump, with crashes rising from 143 in June 2024 to 190 in June 2025, representing a 32.89% surge.
The NSRA’s findings point to the need for intensified road safety interventions, driver education, and stricter enforcement of traffic regulations nationwide.
Regional Breakdown: Road Crashes (June 2024 vs June 2025)
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