JK Horgle Transportation & Co. Limited has called on the government to accelerate investment in Ghana’s transport infrastructure, saying improvements to the country’s road, rail and electric vehicle charging networks will be critical to the success of the proposed 24-hour economy.
The appeal was made by the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. JK Horgle, in a speech delivered on his behalf by Elinam Horgle during the Ghana Investment and Trade Week in Accra.
Drawing on the company’s more than five decades of experience in petroleum haulage across Ghana and parts of West Africa, Mr. Horgle described the transport sector as a key pillar of economic growth, stressing that efficient movement of goods and services underpins national development.
He noted that a round-the-clock economy cannot function effectively without reliable transport infrastructure, warning that poor roads and logistics bottlenecks could disrupt production, delay deliveries and reduce business productivity.
According to him, manufacturers cannot sustain 24-hour operations if raw materials are delayed by damaged roads, while businesses and markets will struggle to operate continuously if distribution networks remain inefficient.
To address these challenges, Mr. Horgle proposed a three-point strategy for strengthening Ghana’s transport system.
The first recommendation focuses on improving road infrastructure while promoting a stronger road safety culture through the strict enforcement of transport regulations, including Legislative Instrument (LI) 2180.
He said better roads, combined with greater regulatory compliance, would enhance safety, lower vehicle operating costs, reduce travel times and ultimately decrease the cost of transporting goods.
His second proposal called for the revival and expansion of Ghana’s railway network, arguing that rail transport should complement road transportation by carrying bulk cargo more efficiently, reducing pressure on highways and improving supply chain resilience.
The third pillar centres on expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure nationwide to support Ghana’s transition to cleaner transport systems.
Mr. Horgle urged the government to introduce policies that encourage private sector investment in charging facilities, noting that developing a reliable charging network would position Ghana to benefit from the growing global adoption of electric vehicles.
He also underscored the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors, saying government should provide the enabling policies and infrastructure while businesses drive innovation, investment and employment creation.
According to him, such partnerships would strengthen logistics systems, improve the movement of goods nationwide and support uninterrupted business activities under the 24-hour economy initiative.
Mr. Horgle further highlighted the company’s collaboration with the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) to establish a Centre of Excellence in Logistics and Transport, aimed at equipping future professionals with the skills required to support Ghana’s evolving transport and logistics industry.
He concluded by encouraging government, businesses and citizens to work together to modernise the country’s transport network, stating that investments in roads, railways and clean energy infrastructure would not only improve logistics but also accelerate Ghana’s long-term economic transformation.