Traders affected by the stalled second phase of the Kumasi Kejetia and Central Market Redevelopment project in Kumasi have threatened to stage a protest if the government does not act.

The traders, led by the Combined Kumasi Central Market Traders Union, gathered in front of the project site wearing red armbands to express their concerns at a press conference.

They cited delays in completing the project and what they described as unfulfilled commitments.

The union’s secretary, Emilia Kwofie, said the situation has caused economic hardship for many traders.

She said since their evacuation from the market in 2021, several traders have struggled to find stable trading spaces.

According to her, while some were relocated to the Racecourse, many remain displaced and continue to operate under difficult conditions.

She added that business at the Racecourse has declined due to poor infrastructure, including bad roads, inadequate sanitation, poor lighting, and security concerns.

The traders have given the government until the end of May 2026 to resolve issues with the contractor and resume work on the project.

They warned that failure to do so would result in a demonstration.