The government of Ghana has temporarily halted the proposed redevelopment of the Agbogbloshie 24-Hour Economy Market to allow for further consultations with traders, market leaders, and other stakeholders. This decision was made on September 23, 2026, following an engagement with the leadership and traders of the Yam Market at Agbogbloshie. The meeting was attended by Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, and Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) Mayor, Michael Kpakpo Allotey.
According to Minister Mahama Ayariga, the temporary hold will enable the government and the AMA to assess the conditions on the ground, review the proposed redevelopment plan, and agree with stakeholders on a practical arrangement for the area. The consultations aim to ensure that existing market operators are considered in any redevelopment plan while improving infrastructure and the market's overall condition. The government's objective under the 24-Hour Economy Market initiative is to improve market infrastructure across the country.
The 24-Hour Economy Market initiative seeks to improve market infrastructure nationwide, rather than simply constructing new facilities without considering existing commercial activities. The government has directed Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies to develop improved market infrastructure, emphasizing the need for relevant stakeholders to work together to determine the most suitable approach for Agbogbloshie. This initiative aims to balance planned infrastructure improvements with the interests of businesses already operating in the area.
The latest engagement provides an opportunity for the government, the AMA, market leadership, and traders to reassess the proposed redevelopment and find a solution that balances the planned infrastructure improvements with the interests of businesses already operating in the area. The project will remain on hold while the consultations continue. This move demonstrates the government's commitment to engaging with stakeholders and ensuring that their concerns are addressed.
Minister Ayariga emphasized that the government's goal is to improve market infrastructure, not to displace existing businesses. The consultations will focus on finding a practical arrangement that considers the interests of all stakeholders. The AMA and the government will work together to review the proposed redevelopment plan and assess the conditions on the ground.
The Agbogbloshie 24-Hour Economy Market redevelopment project has been put on hold to ensure that all stakeholders are on board with the proposed plans. The government is committed to working with traders, market leaders, and other stakeholders to find a solution that benefits everyone. The consultations are expected to be a crucial step in determining the future of the market.
The government has urged all stakeholders to remain calm and to work together to find a solution that benefits everyone. The redevelopment of the Agbogbloshie 24-Hour Economy Market is expected to improve the market's infrastructure and overall condition, while also considering the interests of existing businesses. The project will be reassessed to ensure that it aligns with the government's objectives and the needs of the stakeholders.
Key points
- The Ghanaian government has halted the redevelopment of the Agbogbloshie 24-Hour Economy Market for further consultations with traders and stakeholders.
- The consultations aim to ensure that existing market operators are considered in any redevelopment plan while improving infrastructure and the market's overall condition.
- The government's objective under the 24-Hour Economy Market initiative is to improve market infrastructure across the country.
