The Motor Transport and Traffic Directorate (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service has unveiled plans to implement an advanced automated system known as "Traffitech-GH," aimed at bolstering the enforcement of road traffic regulations.

This innovative system will harness the capabilities of cameras and sensors to autonomously capture images and videos of vehicles found in violation of road traffic laws, including instances of speeding and running red lights.

COP Francis Ebenezer Doku, the Director-General of MTTD, elaborated on the Traffitech-GH system, indicating that it will leverage a combination of fixed, mobile, and radar gun devices to detect a range of infractions, encompassing speeding and disregarding red lights. The images or videos depicting these transgressions will be forwarded to the MTTD office for validation, subsequently triggering SMS notifications to vehicle owners regarding the required penalty payments.

Beyond addressing speeding and red-light violations, the Traffitech-GH system will extend its enforcement to other transgressions such as expired roadworthiness certificates, improper overtaking, failure to wear seat belts, utilization of expired driving licenses, operation of uninsured vehicles, distracted driving involving mobile devices, and misuse of sirens.

COP Francis Doku conveyed that the notifications from the Traffitech-GH system will furnish recipients with comprehensive details, including the precise location, date, and time of the infraction, the vehicle's registration number, a description of the offense, the payment amount, and the due date. Offenders will have a 14-day window from the issuance of the notification to settle fines via Mobile Money, an exclusive online platform, or a designated bank.

Should the fine remain unpaid after the initial 14-day period, defaulters will incur an additional 1% penalty on the original fine for each day of delay.

The introduction of the Traffitech-GH system forms part of a concerted effort to fortify the enforcement of road traffic laws in Ghana and enhance overall road safety. The MTTD encourages the public to embrace and adhere to this innovative automated approach, recognizing its potential to contribute significantly to the reduction of road accidents.