Ofankor Crash: Are We Failing to Learn From Past Tragedies? | Matters Arising

The devastating Ofankor crash has reignited concerns about Ghana's persistent road-safety challenges, with many arguing that the country is better at mourning tragedies than preventing them. The discussion explores whether enough is being done to reduce road fatalities, examining concerns over weak enforcement, bureaucratic delays, unsafe passenger transport practices and the recurring failure to implement recommendations from road-safety experts. It also questions the effectiveness of emergency response systems, the role of public education, and whether stricter measures—including reforms to accident response and the use of tricycles on major roads—are needed to save lives. As the nation reflects on another tragic loss of life, the focus shifts from grief to accountability and the urgent actions required to prevent future disasters. #mattersArising