Women Parliamentarians have visited and encouraged market women in Accra to assure them of their firm support and commitment to addressing their concerns.

0

The Women’s Caucus of Parliament—comprising Members of Parliament from both the Majority and Minority sides visited the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) and the Makola Market to interact with traders and express solidarity with them.

1

Leader of the Caucus and MP for Ada, Comfort Doyoe Ghansah, explained that the visit aimed to bridge the gap between Parliament and the market women.

2

She emphasized that their goal was to hear the concerns of the traders firsthand and present them in Parliament for consideration during policy discussions and decision-making.

3

“We are here to identify with you, listen to you, and take your concerns to Parliament. Your voices matter in the decisions we make,” she stated.

4

Madam Doyoe also urged the women to prioritize their safety and well-being in their day-to-day activities.

5

The MPs said the initiative was part of efforts to foster closer ties between lawmakers and constituents, especially women in the informal sector, and to create a more supportive environment for their businesses.

6

Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, who received the MPs, praised the Women’s Caucus for the thoughtful gesture. He noted that the city authorities were working hard to address the concerns of traders but stressed that those selling outside designated areas must not encroach on the roads.

7

“There must be a win-win situation. While government will address your concerns, we also urge you not to trade in the middle of the roads,” he advised.

8

Makola Market fire

9

For many years, the Makola Market has caught fire, destroying properties worth million of cedis.

10

Last year, a fire that broke out in some warehouses on Sunday Zongo Lane near Makola Market in Accra lasted hours before it was doused by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS).

11

The fire lasted several hours as store owners prevented the firefighters from breaking into the stores to douse the flame.

12

Source: Parliament of Ghana

13