DVLA will start 24-hour services in Kumasi and Takoradi by 2027

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) is scheduled to extend its 24-hour service operations to Kumasi and Takoradi by January 2027. Chief Executive Officer Julius Neequaye Kotey confirmed the timeline for this expansion, noting that the move is designed to provide vehicle owners and drivers with more flexible options for accessing essential licensing services. This transition marks a significant step in the authority’s efforts to decentralize and modernize its operational framework across Ghana's major urban centers. The initiative builds upon the existing 24-hour service model already operational at the Adenta and Tema Port offices. Mr. Kotey explained that the DVLA is currently in the process of assessing 14 additional offices nationwide to evaluate their suitability for round-the-clock operations. Among these, the offices in Kumasi and Takoradi have been confirmed as the next locations to undergo this transition, following successful technical and logistical reviews. The authority is focused on ensuring that these branches are equipped to handle the increased operational demands of a continuous service cycle. This expansion is a strategic alignment with the government's broader vision of establishing a 24-hour economy under the administration of President John Mahama. By enabling services outside of traditional business hours, the DVLA aims to reduce wait times, decrease congestion at physical offices, and support the productivity of transport operators who rely on these services for their livelihoods. As the January 2027 deadline approaches, the authority intends to continue its review of other regional offices to determine where further extensions of the 24-hour model may be feasible.