The Government of Ghana has announced plans to construct the 3.6-kilometre Adawso–Ekye Amanfrom Bridge across the Afram River, a landmark infrastructure project expected to become the longest bridge in the country and transform transportation and economic activity in the Afram Plains.
Presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review in Parliament on the authority of President John Dramani Mahama, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson said the bridge forms part of the Government’s Big Push Infrastructure Programme aimed at improving connectivity and accelerating national development.
He said the permanent bridge would replace the ferry services that have served communities in the area for centuries but have been plagued by frequent delays and seasonal disruptions, affecting the movement of people, goods and the delivery of essential services.
According to the Minister, the project will connect the Kwahu Afram Plains to Ghana’s national road network, unlocking the economic potential of one of the country’s most productive agricultural zones.
Dr Forson noted that the bridge would significantly improve the transportation of agricultural produce, including maize, cassava, yam and rice, by reducing travel time between farms and markets. He added that the improved road connection would also enhance access to healthcare, education and other essential services, while creating employment opportunities, attracting private investment and strengthening national food security.
The Finance Minister told Parliament that the Adawso–Ekye Amanfrom Bridge is expected to be completed by the end of 2028.
The announcement marks another major infrastructure commitment under the Government’s development agenda, with the Afram Plains long identified as an area requiring a permanent crossing to replace the ageing ferry system.
For decades, residents, traders and farmers have depended on ferries to cross the Afram River, often experiencing long waiting times and interruptions during adverse weather conditions. These challenges have increased transport costs, delayed the movement of agricultural produce and limited access to social services.
The proposed bridge is expected to provide a safe and reliable all-weather crossing, improving mobility throughout the year and strengthening links between farming communities and major commercial centres.
Government believes the project will not only ease transportation but also stimulate economic growth across the Afram Plains by encouraging investment, improving market access and supporting agricultural productivity.
Once completed, the Adawso–Ekye Amanfrom Bridge is expected to serve as a strategic transport corridor, bringing communities closer to opportunities and reinforcing the Government’s broader objective of using infrastructure development to drive inclusive economic growth.
