The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has ordered the removal of all kiosks and containers on commercial roads in the metropolis.
A statement from the assembly said the traders have until Friday, March 31, to remove the unauthorised structures.
“The Management of Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly has noted with serious concern the proliferation of kiosks and containers in the city. In view of this, the assembly has tasked the Spatial Planning Committee to remove all such containers from commercial roads.
“Management wishes to state categorically that such activities have been grossly done without planning approval and permissions. By this release, the assembly is ordering anyone with kiosks or containers around the under-listed areas to remove them by Friday, March 31 2023,” the KMA said in a statement.
The traders have been advised to comply with the latest directive or have the KMA and its assigned agents demolish and surcharge them for the cost of demolition.
Find names of the specific areas and corridors identified by the assembly in the press release dated March 9.
