GUTA Leads Massive Kejetia Market Disinfection

The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) in the Ashanti Region, in partnership with LCB Worldwide Solutions, has conducted a massive disinfection exercise at the Kumasi Central Market, popularly known as Kejetia–Dubai. The initiative forms part of efforts to prevent potential disease outbreaks and to address the increasing presence of insects and rodents within the busy commercial hub.

According to officials, the exercise is one of the most extensive disinfection operations undertaken in recent years. Director of Communications for GUTA, Joseph Paddy, explained that since the outbreak of COVID-19, no major market in the country has undergone a nationwide fumigation programme of this scale. He said the intervention is intended to restore proper sanitary conditions and protect both traders and shoppers.

Mr. Paddy encouraged traders and market managers to reinforce good hygiene practices by stopping indiscriminate urination, littering, and the habit of leaving electrical gadgets on after work. Such actions, he warned, could lead to disease outbreaks or spark fire incidents. He stressed the need for continuous public education to maintain a safe trading environment.

He also announced that similar disinfection exercises will soon be carried out in schools, hospitals, markets, and other areas with high human activity.

Mr. Paddy further appealed to the government to fast-track the completion of the Kejetia Phase Two project, saying it will help ease congestion and improve conditions for traders across the Kumasi metropolis.

The Ashanti Regional Vice President of GUTA, Nana Nyame, expressed confidence that the current administration will deliver the Kejetia Phase Two project by 2026. He also raised concerns about the challenges traders face with electricity meters, noting that many are struggling to settle their bills.

Nana Nyame urged the management of the Kejetia–Dubai Market to strictly regulate trading activities, particularly the growing practice of selling along the roadsides. According to him, the situation worsens congestion, disrupts pedestrian and vehicular movement, and poses safety risks to the general public.