Kejetia Market
Kumasi, Ashanti
One of West Africa's largest markets, at the centre of Kumasi's commercial life.
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Visiting information
- Address
- Kumasi, Ashanti
- Opening information
- Opening times are not published by a source we can verify. Confirm locally before visiting.
- Accessibility
- Accessibility information has not been verified for this place.
- Suggested time
- 2-3 hours
About this place
Kejetia, formally the Kumasi Central Market, trades in kente cloth, beads, produce, hardware and food across thousands of stalls. A rebuilt covered complex now stands beside the older open trading ground.
District profile
Kumasi
The Asante capital and Ghana's second city, built around the royal court and Kejetia market.
Why stay here: The centre of Asante cultural and commercial life.
Atmosphere: Hilly, green and intensely commercial.
Taxis and trotros; traffic around the market is slow at most hours.
Nearby attractions
More to explore around Kumasi and the wider Ashanti.
Recommended district
Kumasi
The centre of Asante cultural and commercial life.
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Sources and verification
Status: Verified. Last reviewed 2026-09-07.
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