UrbSafe Ghana

22/04/2026

𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫.

Every year, road crashes claim thousands of lives across , many of them lost to head injuries that could have been prevented. It's high time we changed that.

Join us for a high-level regional conversation bringing together government leaders, international bodies, and leading advocacy organizations to advance helmet safety standards, testing, and enforcement across the continent.

𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: Tuesday, 29 April 2026 Time: 3:00 to 4:50 PM CAT | 1:00 to 2:50 PM GMT | 9:00 to 10:50 AM EST Platform: Zoom Webinar
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dtRYhZPp

This is a collective commitment to building the African regional collaboration that saves lives.



FIA Foundation Global Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety UNRSF – UN Road Safety Fund Transaid YOURS - Youth for Road Safety

12/04/2026

12/04/2026

UrbSafe Ghana Response to GRSA Technical Working Group Report

We commend the Ghana Road Safety Authority for advancing evidence-based dialogue through the Technical Working Group Report on vehicle safety.

The findings highlight critical structural issues within Ghana’s transport ecosystem, particularly the role of imported vehicle configurations and the unintended consequences of revenue driven transport models. The observation that unrealistic revenue targets push drivers toward speeding and unsafe practices is especially important and aligns with growing evidence on how economic incentives shape road user behavior.

At UrbSafe Ghana, we emphasize that road safety cannot be addressed through enforcement alone. A Safe System approach requires:
• Aligning economic incentives with safety outcomes
Transport operators should not be forced into unsafe behaviors due to daily sales targets or low passenger capacity constraints.
• Strengthening vehicle import and standards enforcement
Ensuring that vehicles entering the system are fit-for-purpose, safe, and compliant with national regulations.
• Integrating behavioral and structural interventions
This includes enforcement, but also financing models, driver welfare, training systems, and accountability mechanisms.
• Prioritizing data-driven and context-specific reforms
Particularly in high-risk sectors such as commercial transport and emerging mobility systems.

We believe this report provides a timely opportunity to rethink transport governance in Ghana; moving beyond fragmented interventions toward coordinated, multi-sectoral strategies that address the root causes of unsafe road use.

UrbSafe Ghana remains committed to supporting policy dialogue, research, and implementation efforts that make Ghana’s roads safer for all.

30/03/2026

⭐ The African Road Safety Charter has come into force 🌍

The Charter marks Africa’s first continental and legally-binding road safety framework. It opens a new era for road safety governance on the continent, and compels countries to take proven, life-saving actions to boost road safety.

👉 https://lnkd.in/etwjBY6W

31/12/2025

🎆 Welcome to 2026!
A new year brings renewed energy to advance road safety, environmental health, youth engagement, and sustainable urban development. At UrbSafe Ghana, we are excited to deepen our impact and work with communities to protect lives and create safer urban spaces for all.

Let’s make 2026 count. 🚦🌱

25/12/2025

🚨 EMERGENCY Contacts in Ghana 🇬🇭
Police🚓:191, 18555
Ambulance🚑:193 /112
Fire Service🚒: 192

25/12/2025

🎄✨ Season’s Greetings from UrbSafe Ghana ✨🎄

At UrbSafe Ghana, our work is rooted in addressing road safety, injury prevention, and the major challenges facing our rapidly urbanizing cities. As we reflect on the year, we are grateful to everyone who has supported our efforts to protect lives, promote safer mobility, and build healthier urban communities.

This festive season reminds us that safer roads and safer cities are a shared responsibility. Together, we can reduce preventable injuries and create urban spaces where everyone—especially the youth and vulnerable road users—can thrive.

Merry Christmas and a safer, healthier New Year ahead! 🎁🌍

— UrbSafe Ghana

14/11/2025

🌍 CALL FOR ESSAYS: INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR ADDRESSING CLIMATE CHANGE IN CITIES 🌍

Are you passionate about tackling the effects of climate change in urban areas? 🌆💧🔥
UrbSafe Ghana invites students and young people to share their ideas and experiences through powerful essays that explore practical solutions for making our cities more resilient and sustainable. 🌿

💰 Awards: GHS 1,000 – GHS 10,000 cash prizes
🌐 Other Benefits:
✔ Access to UrbSafe’s network of collaborators
✔ Special feature on our website and social media platforms

📅 Submission Period:
🟢 Opens: October 10, 2025
🔵 Closes: November 25, 2025

👥 Who can apply:
• Ghanaian SHS & Tertiary students or National Service Personnel
• Individuals or groups (max 3 members)
• Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply ♿

📧 Submit your essays: [email protected]
📞 Contact: +233 24 705 0911
🔗 Read more or scan the QR code to apply: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sXYTrgtspuD-jLh0kmP6qzwHEOIOLsl5GP_QuIYlyoo/edit?tab=t.0

Let’s shape a greener, safer, and more sustainable urban future—one essay at a time! 💚

14/11/2025

Road Safety & Precaution Training Successfully Held! 🚦✨

We are excited to share that UrbSafe Ghana has successfully conducted a comprehensive road safety and precaution training session with the brilliant students of Imam Khomeini Islamic JHS in the Central Region.

The engagement was highly interactive—students asked thoughtful questions, shared their experiences, and learned practical tips on safe walking, crossing, and staying alert on the road. Their enthusiasm and participation were inspiring!

A safer future begins with informed young people, and we are proud to play a part in empowering them with life-saving knowledge. 💙

📷 Highlights from the session below.

24/10/2025

🌍 Join the Global Launch! | World Cities Day 2025 🏙️

We’re excited to share that the World Health Organization (WHO) will launch its new guide —
📘 “Taking a Strategic Approach to Urban Health: A Guide for Decision-Makers”

🗓 Friday, 31 October 2025
🕐 13:00 – 14:00 (CET)
📍 WHO Headquarters, Geneva + Live Streaming

This timely guide provides practical strategies for decision-makers to design healthier, more equitable, and climate-resilient cities — aligning perfectly with this year’s World Cities Day theme:
“Better City, Better Life – People-Centred Smart Cities.”

At UrbSafe Ghana, we’re proud to echo this global call for healthier urban environments through our ongoing work in:
✅ Road Safety and Safe Mobility
✅ Public and Environmental Health
✅ Climate Change and Urban Resilience
✅ Urban Violence Prevention

💡 Let’s keep pushing for cities that are not only smart, but also safe, inclusive, and health-promoting.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to join the launch event and be part of this global conversation!

17/10/2025

UrbSafe Opportunities Hub!

(Recruitment note - Ghanaian nationals only) The PME team at UNICEF Ghana is hiring for a intern to join us for 6 months on a paid internship. This is an early career role where you'll be cleaning and analyzing data, building slides and dashboards, and undertaking field monitoring - all to help UNICEF monitor better.

You'll have great mentors in Samuel Osei-Amakye and Michelle T..

Please apply directly using the link below. Deadline: Oct 17

https://lnkd.in/dt4cmsCi