Volivo Bridge Construction Could Begin by Early 2027 — Agbodza

Construction of the long-awaited Volivo Bridge over the Volta River could begin by the end of 2026 or early 2027, Minister for Roads and Highways Governs Kwame Agbodza has said.

The minister made the announcement on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at the opening of bids for the project. He said an evaluation team had been established to assess the submissions, with the process expected to be completed within seven days.

Three Japanese companies JFE Engineering Corporation, Shimizu Corporation and Toa Corporation submitted a joint bid under the name JST Venture. The consortium provided a bid security of US$2.3 million. A contractor is yet to be selected.

Renewed Bidding Process

Mr Agbodza said the project had experienced delays despite an earlier bidding process that resulted in the selection of a contractor. That process did not lead to construction, prompting the fresh procurement exercise.

He said cooperation with Ghana’s Japanese partners and project consultants had helped advance preparations for the new bidding process.

The minister expressed confidence that the government would be able to select a contractor and provide the support needed to undertake the work.

Bridge Design and Funding

The proposed bridge will link Volivo and Dufor Adidome across the Volta River. Earlier project plans describe a 540-metre cable-stayed bridge with a two-lane carriageway and provision for pedestrians and cyclists.

Ghana and Japan agreed financing for the project in 2016. Records from the Japan International Cooperation Agency show a loan amount of ¥11.239 billion for the bridge project.

The government also plans work on the Asutsuare Junction Volivo Bridge road to support access to the crossing.

Improving Regional Connections

The bridge forms part of the Eastern Corridor road network and is expected to improve the movement of people and goods across the Volta River.

When completed, it is intended to strengthen connections between communities on both sides of the river, support trade and improve access to services. It is also expected to provide another crossing for travelers using the corridor.

Source: Omanghana