Government to slash GH¢1,070 registration fee for courier operators 

The government has announced plans to reduce the GH¢1,070 registration fee charged to courier operators, aiming to ease the financial burden on industry players and boost compliance with regulations.  

The decision follows extensive consultations with stakeholders. 

According to Mr Samuel Nartey George, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, the reviewed fees would be captured in a new fees Bill expected to be laid before Parliament soon.  

“Mr Chairman, we have put a moratorium till the end of the year for everyone to get themselves licensed, either as an independent operator or under a fleet management operation certification,” he said on Monday during the Public Accounts of Committee of Parliament hearing in Parliament House, Accra. 

The Minister emphasised the importance of the industry, noting that, “Many of these young men rely on courier services for employment, and without this job, they would be unemployed and could pose a security risk to our country.”  

To facilitate compliance, the Minister told the Committee that the government had granted a temporary 50 per cent reduction in the registration fee.  

“Instead of charging GH¢1,070 to register at once, we have decided to give a 50 per cent moratorium on the amount,” Mr George announced.  

“Once the new fees are passed, we expect all operators to register within the first three months of next year. Enforcement will begin on April 1, 2026,” he stated. 

Source: GNA 

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