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In a move set to revolutionize Ghana’s transport sector, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has announced the launch of the innovative “Tap and Go” digital payment system in Accra. This groundbreaking initiative aims to transform the way Ghanaians pay for transport fares, drawing parallels to the popular Oyster Card used in the United Kingdom.
The “Tap and Go” system involves a digital card that is preloaded with cash, allowing passengers to simply tap the card on a fixed machine on the bus to pay for their fares. The Ghanaian version of the card will also offer added features, including both physical and virtual versions for enhanced convenience.
Users will have the option to download the Tap and Go app on their mobile phones and select the virtual card option. This will enable them to make payments directly through their phones, eliminating the need for the physical card if they so choose.
The initiative is part of Vice President Bawumia’s efforts to digitalize Ghana’s economy and promote a cashless society. By formalizing the transport sector through this technology, the initiative aims to benefit drivers, transport owners, and the general public alike.
State-owned transport services, including Metro Mass Transit and STC, will be among the first to implement the Tap and Go system. Private transport owners will also have the opportunity to participate, further expanding the reach and convenience of the digital payment solution.
