Police Begin Installing TraffiTech-GH Speed Camera Warning Signs Following Mahama’s Directive
Story By: Zainab Ali
The Ghana Police Service, in collaboration with road safety agencies, has commenced the installation of large warning signboards along major road corridors to alert motorists to the presence of automated TraffiTech-GH speed cameras.
The move follows a directive by President John Dramani Mahama, who called for greater transparency in the implementation of the automated traffic enforcement system, insisting that motorists must receive clear advance notice of camera locations.
The newly introduced signboards feature camera symbols, speed-limit indicators and prominent warnings informing motorists about 24-hour speed camera monitoring. Some of the signs display an 80-kilometre-per-hour speed limit alongside the inscription, “Speed kills, kill it now.”
The installation is expected to address concerns raised by commercial transport operators and private motorists following the introduction of the TraffiTech-GH system on November 1, 2026. Some drivers had questioned the enforcement of automated traffic fines without adequate warning signs indicating camera locations.
President Mahama had earlier emphasised that motorists should be informed before approaching monitored areas, arguing that transparency was necessary for public acceptance of the initiative.
TraffiTech-GH operates under the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service and uses fixed, mobile and radar camera sensors to identify traffic violations, particularly speeding.
When a vehicle exceeds the prescribed speed limit, the system automatically generates an Electronic Notice of Violation and sends an SMS notification containing details of the offence and the applicable statutory fine to the registered vehicle owner.
Authorities have indicated that the warning-sign installation will extend across major highways and urban roads nationwide. Additional enforcement measures are also expected to cover offences such as red-light violations and illegal parking.
The development is expected to improve public awareness of automated traffic monitoring while strengthening road safety and encouraging motorists to comply with traffic regulations.