The official announcement was contained in a press release issued on Tuesday,September 29, 2026,and signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police, Richmond Mensah,Staff Officer of the Public Affairs Directorate.

According to the police administration, the primary objective of extending the timeline is to carry out extensive public sensitization and civic education before full enforcement begins.

Elaborating on the reason for the delay, the press release stated,"The rescheduling is to allow for more extensive public awareness and education on the programme, including its operations, the traffic offences to be detected, the Electronic Notices of Violation (ENV) to be issued to offending motorists".

Under this automated framework, specialized cameras deployed on key routes will detect traffic infractions and automatically issue Electronic Notices of Violation (ENV) to registered vehicle owners. Emphasizing the broader vision of the initiative, the police administration noted that "TRAFFITECH-GH forms part of efforts to address indiscipline on Ghana's roads and improve compliance with road traffic laws and regulations".

Recognizing that public cooperation is essential for the initiative's success, the Ghana Police Service directly appealed to motorists to make good use of the extended preparation period, stating,"

The Ghana Police Service, therefore, urges motorists, drivers and vehicle owners to take advantage of the additional period to familiarise themselves with the programme ahead of the rollout". Furthermore, police authorities acknowledged the pivotal role of media organizations in driving public awareness, adding,
"The Service is grateful to the media for the unflinching support throughout the introduction of the project, and remains committed to working with all other stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of TRAFFITECH-GH for improved road safety".

Following the release, public discussions across official social media platforms highlighted a consensus on the value of civic education, while citizens also raised practical concerns regarding the repair of broken traffic lights, restoration of faded lane markings, and installation of proper road signs ahead of automated camera enforcement.

The decision to push the full launch of TRAFFITECH-GH to November 1, 2026, reflects a welcome effort to prioritize public education and civic readiness over immediate penalty enforcement.

While automated cameras promise to bring much-needed order to Ghanaian highways, the long-term success of road safety ultimately depends on responsible driving habits.All motorists and vehicle owners are strongly advised to take advantage of this extra month by reviewing traffic regulations, verifying that their contact information is up to date with the DVLA to receive ENVs promptly, and staying informed through official police updates.

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