Traders and residents at the historic Keta Market are urging authorities to undertake a comprehensive facelift of the facility, transforming it into a modern market to facilitate enhanced business activities. They emphasized the need for various improvements, including reconstructing stalls into multi-story buildings and establishing essential facilities such as a clinic for emergency healthcare, an educational centre, and modern washrooms.
During a recent visit by the Ghana News Agency (GNA) to the market, traders expressed their desire for significant upgrades to the market infrastructure, highlighting its historical significance and potential for revitalization. Madam Rejoice Adzo, a former Assembly member and Market Queen, called on the government to intervene and restore the market to its former prominence, citing its past role as a bustling trading hub attracting merchants from various regions.
Furthermore, drivers operating in the vicinity of the market echoed the need for improvements to the town roads connecting to the market. They lamented the poor road conditions, which hindered their ability to transport goods and traders efficiently, leading to challenges such as tyre damage due to potholes.
Established around the 15th Century, Keta Market has historically been a vital centre for trade in the Volta Region, particularly for fish, salt, and vegetables. However, despite its rich history, the market has experienced a decline in recent years. The Keta Municipal Assembly took steps to address some of these challenges by renovating existing structures and constructing new sheds in 2021 using internally generated funds (IGF).
In conclusion, stakeholders are calling for concerted efforts from government authorities to revitalize the Keta Market, leveraging its historical significance and economic potential to create a vibrant and modern trading environment that benefits both traders and the local community.
