Trotro

Trotro is a Ghanaian slang for public transport. They are usually inexpensive, minibus used for short distance travel. it’s name evolved from the Ga word “TRO”-three pence (a currency used in the days of Gold Coast).

For strange reasons, the name tro tro is still used though the penny is no longer used.

When you want to hear authentic gossip, stories, spewing of ignorance, jokes and odd behaviors, join a trotro anywhere in Ghana. It’s a new and refreshing experience. You’ll get to appreciate each individual’s uniqueness. lol.

Our popular trotro posts include:

•  If Attitude Could Be Worn As Clothe

  Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. I couldn’t agree more with this Winston Churchill quote as I sat…

•  Ghana Trotro: The Lone Sojourner

  The bus stop was crowded herh! Would-be passengers were fighting for space with pedestrians and hawkers were conducting brisk business by…

•  We are Ghanaians everywhere!

  It is that time of the year again. Vacation is over and boarding students are returning to school—actually to what they perceive…

  • Trotro Matters: My Encounter With A Prophet Part 4

    My encounter with this man had become too complicated than i expected. I once heard that my next door neighbour, Kojo Bonsu…

  • A Bully Of A Prophet Part 3

    The bully of a prophet drilled me dred. I couldn’t understand how the opinionated me could not speak my mind. I consoled…

  • Trotro Matters: Encounter With A Prophet Part 2

    Prophet ‘One’ kept preaching while the car moved to Accra. I called out to him: “Papa Prophet, can you kindly tone it…

  • Trotro Matters: My Encounter With A Prophet Part 1

    Public transportation patronage is a relief for those who are not driving their own car (for whatever reason).