The second phase of the Suame Interchange Project in Kumasi is expected to be completed and opened to traffic by the end of October 2026, Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza has announced.
The minister disclosed this during an inspection of the Suame Interchange and its ancillary works being executed by Rango Construction Company Limited.
Phase 2 of the project is currently about 87 percent complete and covers the construction of three overpasses and internal roads intended to improve traffic movement and reduce congestion in the Suame area.
Mr. Agbodza said the government had made savings on the project while expanding its capacity to accommodate increasing traffic volumes and improve the overall functionality of the interchange.
“We have seen significant improvements; now we have a date for the possible completion of Phase 2, which is the overpasses and the internal roads, which is by the end of October. Where we’re standing will be opened to traffic,” he said.
He added that the opening would allow motorists in the Ashanti Region to use the completed infrastructure during the Christmas period.
“Asanteman will drive on it for Christmas,” Mr. Agbodza said, while noting that work would subsequently continue on the main Suame Interchange component.
Key components
The second phase includes overpasses at the Anomangye, Magazine New Road and Abusuakruwa junctions, with work on some sections already nearing completion.
The wider Suame Interchange project comprises multiple overpasses and an underpass designed to ease persistent congestion and improve traffic flow within the area.
The project forms part of broader government efforts to upgrade road infrastructure and address traffic challenges in the Kumasi metropolis.
Mr. Agbodza said the Ministry of Roads and Highways would continue monitoring the project to ensure the contractor maintains the current pace of work and meets the revised completion target.
The completion of Phase 2 is expected to improve movement along the Suame corridor and create the conditions for further work on the remaining components of the interchange.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh/Isaac Justice Bediako
