Pedestrian indiscipline

Pedestrian indiscipline

Indiscipline on our roads is not limited to only drivers as we have it; pedestrians also contribute to the chaos. Jaywalking, crossing roads at unauthorised points, and ignoring pedestrian traffic signals are common, contributing to crashes.

In Accra and Kumasi, pedestrians often weave through traffic effortlessly, putting themselves and drivers at risk. According to the NRSA, pedestrian-related accidents accounted for over 25 per cent of road traffic fatalities in 2022.

Creating more pedestrian crossings, overpasses,and educating the public on safe road use can help mitigate this problem.