A food vendor in Kumasi has been sent to prison for 20 days. Kande Seidu worked at the Alabar Market.
The court found her guilty of using an open fire within the market. This action violated an order from the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly.
Her Worship Deborah Gyawa Donkor presided over the case at District Court Two, located at Prempeh Assembly Hall. The sentencing took place on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The prosecutor presented the details of the violation to the court. Seidu's sentence highlights the importance of following market regulations.
Market authorities have rules in place to ensure safety and hygiene for everyone. Using open fires in enclosed market spaces can pose fire risks.