The long-delayed Krofrom Market project in Kumasi has received a 100-million-cedi funding boost to support its completion under the government’s 24-Hour Economy programme.
Kumasi Metropolitan Chief Executive Richard Ofori-Agyeman Boadi says the funds, secured through the Social Investment Fund under the Ministry of Finance, will help restart and accelerate work on the project, now estimated to cost 179 million cedis to complete.
The Attachy Constructions-led project aims to provide modern trading facilities for thousands of traders, but many traders remain cautious, citing years of delays and slow progress on site.
The Kumasi Mayor said a seven-member committee has also been established to oversee space allocation and operational planning ahead of the market’s completion in 2026.
He commended President John Dramani Mahama and Otumfuo Osei Tutu II for their commitment and support towards the successful completion of the project.
Touching on urban mobility and transport management, Mr Boadi revealed that the Assembly has intensified engagements with transport unions to address challenges such as illegal loading, unauthorised terminals, unlawful fares and permit violations.
He noted that special enforcement teams have also been deployed within the Central Business District to regulate traffic flow and reduce congestion.
As part of efforts to modernise the transport system, the Assembly has operationalised a Smart Transport System in partnership with Ibes AG to improve data collection and transport regulation within the metropolis.
Under the initiative, over 2,000 commercial vehicles have reportedly been registered and issued RFID _enabled destination stickers.
The KMA Boss also highlighted several ongoing road projects within the metropolis, including rehabilitation works in Bantama, Manhyia and Nhyiaeso, as well as the resumption of works on the Sunyani Road and Sofoline Interchange projects.
He assured residents that pothole patching and routine road maintenance works would continue across selected areas to improve transportation and ease vehicular movement.
By Benjamin Aidoo
