A food vendor in Kumasi has been given a 20-day jail sentence. Her name is Kande Seidu.
She was found guilty of breaking an order from the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly. The order prohibited the use of open fire in the market.
The incident happened at the Alabar Market in Kumasi. Using open fire in markets can be a safety risk.
The case was heard at District Court Two, located at the Prempeh Assembly Hall. Her Worship Deborah Gyawa Donkor was the presiding judge.
The sentence was given on Monday, March 16, 2026. This action shows law enforcement is serious about market safety rules.