used cloth vendors as a protest tactic against the Kumasi Central Market project’s delay-1
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“Used Cloth Vendors Stage Protest Over Delayed Kumasi Central Market Project”
Used cloth dealers and traders, who were relocated from Kumasi Central Market to Racecourse due to the reconstruction project, are gearing up for a five-day continuous protest against the delays in completing phase two of the Kumasi Central Market redevelopment.
Initially, the traders had postponed their protest plans due to the 25th-anniversary celebration of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, but they have affirmed their commitment to proceed once the festivities conclude.
The redevelopment project, initiated by the governing New Patriotic Party, aimed to enhance trading conditions in the area. However, it was halted in 2022 due to the 2022 Debt Restructuring Programme. Traders relocated to Racecourse have voiced concerns about the adverse effects of the delay on their businesses.
Ashanti Regional Minister Simon Osei-Mensah indicated that the central market redevelopment would resume after the completion of the Kumasi International Airport and the maternity block at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. Nonetheless, traders remain resolute in their dissatisfaction with the prioritization of other projects over the market’s completion.
Samuel Obeng, leader of the Central Market Traders Association, reiterated their determination to proceed with the protest, irrespective of the government’s stance. The planned demonstration will include auto mechanics from Suame Magazine and other regional groups, underscoring the widespread concern among affected traders.
“We have deferred our protest due to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s anniversary, but once it concludes, we will set a date. It will be substantial and inclusive, involving various regional groups. used cloths”
“While we respect the Regional Minister, our resolve remains unchanged. The completion of the airport won’t address our livelihood needs as traders. Prioritizing it over the market is concerning, but we are steadfast in our demand for action.”
source : www.citinewsroom.com
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