The Combined Kejetia Traders Association has expressed excitement over plans to renovate a portion of the Kejetia market that was ravaged by fire nearly three years ago.
The fire incident displaced over 50 traders, leaving their businesses in a precarious situation.
Many victims were rendered jobless and have struggled to rebuild their livelihoods since then.
Despite the efforts of the traders and their leadership to urge authorities to address the damage, progress had been slow.
However, the new Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has assured that steps will be taken to immediately address the issue.
He made this announcement following a working visit to the market on Tuesday, February 11.
“Work will soon begin on rehabilitating the Eastern Wing, which was damaged by fire on March 15, 2023, and has since been left unattended,” he stated on Facebook.
This announcement has been warmly welcomed by the leadership of the Combined Kejetia Traders Association.
In an interview with Orange Business News, the association’s Secretary, Reuben Ameh, lauded the minister for the initiative.
He believes it will significantly revive the hopes of the affected traders and enhance business activities in the area.
However, Mr. Ameh criticized the minister for not personally informing the traders about the upcoming repair works, which will temporarily impact some of their trading activities.
He believes that direct communication from the minister could have made the eviction process easier, rather than relying on announcements made by trader unions.
