A food vendor in Kumasi has been sentenced to 20 days in prison. Her name is Kande Seidu. She was found to be using an open fire.
The incident happened at Alabar Market. This type of cooking is not allowed in the market area. It was a violation of an order from the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly.
A District Court Two heard the case. The court is located at Prempeh Assembly Hall. Her Worship Deborah Gyawa Donkor presided over the sentencing on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The prosecutor presented the case to the court. Kande Seidu was found guilty of the offense.
This sentence serves as a warning to other market traders. Public safety rules in markets are important.
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly works to keep markets safe for everyone. Open fires can be a fire hazard and can affect air quality.