The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, in collaboration with the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), held a stakeholders’ engagement on the completion of the Kumasi Kejetia Redevelopment Project Phase II on Sunday, 20th September, 2026.

The engagement, held at the Phase II project site, brought together key stakeholders to discuss the progress of the project, funding, outstanding issues and the way forward towards its completion.

Mr.Mahama Ayariga, Dr.Frank Amoakohene, King Zuba in a group photograph with stakeholders

In his welcome address, the Mayor of Kumasi, Hon. Richard Ofori-Agyemang Boadi, said the completion of Phase II remains a priority for H.E. President John Dramani Mahama and the Sector Minister, Hon. Mahama Ayariga.

He disclosed that, following engagements with stakeholders and the Ministry of Finance, arrangements are being made for the contractors to return to site in October 2026.

According to the Mayor, completing the project will significantly ease pressure and congestion within Kumasi’s Central Business District (CBD), while providing traders and other users with improved facilities.

Mahama Ayariga speaking at the event

The Mayor also highlighted concerns surrounding the payment of rents and premiums, noting that the original arrangement was for proceeds from Phase I to support the development of subsequent phases. However, inadequate revenue from Phase I has contributed to the need for additional government financing and, consequently, delays in completing the project.

Richard Ofori-Agyemang Boadi speaking at the event

The Ashanti Regional Minister, Hon. Dr. Frank Amoakohene, reaffirmed government’s commitment to completing the project, describing Kejetia as a major commercial asset for Kumasi and the wider Ashanti Region. He assured traders and transport operators that government remains committed to ensuring they benefit from the completed facility.

On behalf of the Sector Minister, the Mayor disclosed that about GH¢89 million has so far been realised from Phase I, stressing that this remains inadequate to support the development as originally envisaged. He further indicated that going forward, the true value of shops and facilities would be reflected in their charges.

Stakeholders were also reminded that the initial five-year premium period has elapsed. Traders with outstanding premium payments have therefore been urged to settle their obligations by December 31, 2026, to avoid losing their shops due to non-payment.

Representing the Otumfuo Apagyahene, Oheneba Owusu Afriyie IV, noted that at the inception of Phase I, His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II was informed that proceeds from Phase I would help finance subsequent phases. He urged traders who owe premiums to fulfil their obligations.

He also called on government to adhere to the agreed rules and ensure fairness and transparency in the allocation of shops, stressing the importance of avoiding partisanship in the process.

He noted that Kumasi remains a major commercial hub and that the completion of Kejetia Phase II would further strengthen the city’s position as a key centre for trade and commerce.

Consultant to the project, Mr. Tony Asare Yeboah of Avargade Design Services, also presented an overview of Phase II.

The Phase II development comprises four levels with 10,528 trading points, together with a range of supporting facilities, including:
🔹 Ground Floor: 600-space parking area, transport facilities, bulk-breaking areas, warehouses, crèche, clinic, police post, banking facilities, fire post and administrative offices.
🔹 First Floor: Counters and a traditional market comprising approximately 3,760 trading spaces.
🔹 Second and Third Floors: Lockable shops and other ancillary facilities, comprising approximately 6,650 spaces.

There was an open Forum where stakeholders asked questions pertinent to them.

The engagement reaffirmed the commitment of stakeholders to finding a sustainable path towards the completion of the Kejetia Phase II project and unlocking its full economic potential for Kumasi and the Ashanti Region.Source:KMA