KMA to enforce standard container designs for all new structures in Kumasi from 2027

"As part of our meeting, the assembly approved a motion that effective January 2027, anyone want to install a container in Kumasi must obtain a standard design from the KMA Spatial or Physical Planning Department," Mr Boadi stated The mayor also disclosed plans to develop a well-organised trading structure at the Poku Trading Area to provide a more suitable environment for market women while enhancing the area’s appearance.“We will extend this standard to other parts of Kumasi where container structures have been mounted as and when we get there and deem it necessary to beautify the city,” he said.

He also announced that from 2027, any individual or organisation seeking to mount a container structure within Kumasi will be required to obtain an approved standard design from the KMA before construction begins.