On 1st May 2025, the acting CEO, Dr. Appoh, together with the management, paid a courtesy call on Odeneho Kwafo Akoto III, the Paramount Chief of Akwamuman in the Eastern region. The purpose of the visit was to officially introduce the new CEO and to strengthen collaboration between the railway authority and traditional leadership. During the engagement, Dr. Appoh provided …
I had the honor of being interviewed by Forbes Magazine today—it was truly a remarkable conversation. During the interview, I shared H.E. the President’s inspiring vision of reviving Ghana’s railway sector, aligning with his ambitious 24-hour economic transformation agenda. I also discussed the Ghana Railway Development Authority’s strategic plans and the exciting initiatives we are championing to reshape the nation’s …
The Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA) has raised concerns over the rampant theft of critical rail components by scrap dealers along the Tema-Mpakadan railway line. In an exclusive interview on Channel One Newsroom on Tuesday, March 18, the Director for Policy, Planning, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation of GRDA, Al-Amin Is-Hak Al-Hassan noted that such behaviour undermines the government’s investment in …
The Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA), led by its acting CEO, Dr. Fredrick Appoh, conducted an inspection exercise on the Tema-Mpakadan rail line on March 15, 2025, as part of preparations for the operationalization of the line, scheduled for mid-next month. The exercise aimed to ensure the line’s readiness for passenger services from Tema to Adomi Railway station. The inspection …
The Director for Policy Planning, Research, Monitoring & Evaluation at Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA) Ing. Al-Amin Is-Hak Al-Hassan has called on stakeholders in railway development to sustain efforts towards investment and development of railway infrastructure in Ghana. He was speaking on the progress made in Railway Planning, Construction and Management in Ghana at the Labadi Beach Hotel where he …
Hon. Joseph Bukari Nikpe, the Minister for Transport and MP for Saboba, paid a courtesy visit to the Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA) on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Accompanied by his team, the visit aimed to engage with GRDA’s management and staff, discuss project progress, and explore ways to provide support. Hon. Nikpe’s visit underscores the importance of the railway …
The Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Frederick Appoh as our new Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Appoh brings over a decade of international railway experience across Africa, Europe and Asia. He is a Chartered Railway Systems and Infrastructure expert leading Ghana’s railway modernization agenda. With his strategic leadership skills, he has led successfully …
President Akufo-Addo has officially commissioned the 97km Tema-Mpakadan railway line and two new ultra modern trains marking a significant milestone in Ghana’s transportation sector. This transformative infrastructure project is expected to play a vital role in the country’s economic growth and development. The commissioning ceremony, held on November 22, 2024, was a testament to the determination and perseverance of the …
As part of the preparations for the operationalisation of Tema-Mpakadan Railway Line and outdooring of the two new Diesel Multiple Engines (DMUs) procured for the line, the Ministry of Railways Development (MoRD) together with its agencies organized a tour for the media. The purpose was to showcase the trains and the recently completed line as well as highlight the ticketing …
The University’s School of Railways and Infrastructure Development (SRID) in Sekondi-Takoradi has graduated its first cohort of 235 students. This marks a significant achievement in the University’s efforts to advance engineering and technology education. The graduating class recorded impressive academic performances, with over 30 students attaining first-class honours Degrees. The students specialized in various disciplines, including Geomatic Engineering, Geological Engineering, …
