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Speed limits in Ghana
The default limits that apply when no sign is posted, and what speeding costs.
Road Traffic Regulations 2026, Reg 211, as reported by Graphic Online (3 Nov 2026). Police have also said they enforce 50 km/h in some school zones. Follow posted signs.
What speeding costs
GH¢120 – GH¢300 (10–25 penalty units), up to 30 days in jail, or both. Camera fines arrive by SMS from GPS-MTTD and must be paid or contested within 14 days.
See the full list of offences and fines.
Frequently asked questions
What is the speed limit in towns in Ghana?
50 km/h in built-up areas where no sign is posted, and 30 km/h near schools, health facilities, places of worship and markets. A posted sign always applies.
What is the speed limit on Ghana highways?
90 km/h on open roads and 100 km/h on motorways where no sign is posted.
Where are the TRAFFITECH-GH speed cameras?
The police have not published a list, and some cameras are mobile. The Traffic GH app shows cameras reported and confirmed by drivers, but you should always keep to the limit.
The Traffic GH app
Your co-pilot on Ghana’s roads
The speed limit where you drive, spoken warnings in a Ghanaian voice, seatbelt reminders, camera and accident alerts from other drivers, and reminders before your licence, insurance or roadworthy runs out.
Coming soonGoogle Play first, then the App Store.
Last checked 2026-11-07. Traffic GH is an independent app and website. It is not affiliated with the Ghana Police Service, MTTD, TRAFFITECH-GH, DVLA, NIB or NIC.