Two Sections of Accra-Tema Motorway Project to Be Tolled Upon Completion – ATEL CEO Louis Harrison

Louis Harrison, Chief Executive Officer of Accra Tema Expressway Limited (ATEL), has disclosed that two of the three sections of the Accra-Tema Motorway and Extensions project, currently under construction, will be tolled once completed.

According to Harrison, the sections earmarked for tolling are the stretch from Tema Interchange to Tetteh Quarshie, and the segment from Tetteh Quarshie to Apenkwa. The announcement provides clarity on how the ambitious infrastructure project will be financed and maintained, with tolling serving as a key revenue mechanism for the expressway.

The disclosure offers insight into the operational model planned for the project, which is being developed to improve connectivity and ease traffic flow between Accra and Tema. By tolling two of the three sections, ATEL aims to recover investment costs and fund ongoing maintenance, ensuring the road remains in good condition for motorists.

Harrison’s statement has drawn attention from stakeholders, including commuters and transport operators, who will be keen to understand the toll rates and the exact points at which they will apply. The CEO’s remarks confirm that the project will operate on a partial tolling arrangement rather than a blanket charge across all three sections.

The Accra-Tema Motorway and Extensions project is regarded as a significant undertaking in Ghana’s transport infrastructure, designed to modernise one of the country’s busiest corridors. As construction progresses, the focus will shift to how the tolling arrangement is implemented and the impact it will have on road users. Harrison’s disclosure marks an important step in clarifying the financial structure of the project and its long-term sustainability.

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