Konkoma Yam Market
Konkoma Yam Market
Konkoma Yam Market is a market in the Greater Accra Metropolist and a member of the Greater Accra Markets Association (GAMA)
The Konkomba Yam Market is one of West Africa’s largest agricultural markets, primarily located in Agbogbloshie, Accra, Ghana. It serves as a major hub where large quantities of yams, mainly transported from the northern and central regions of Ghana, are traded.
Location & Details
- Primary Location: Agbogbloshie, Accra.
- Other Potential Locations: There are also mentions of other “Konkomba Markets” in different regions, such as in Ho and Atebubu, which are regional yam trading centers.
- Operating Hours: The main market in Accra generally operates every day. One source lists hours as 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday through Saturday, but some sources suggest it is operational nearly 24 hours a day during peak times.
- What is Sold: The market is renowned for its abundance of affordable yams, which are a staple food in Ghana.
The market has been an established migrant community since 1982 and plays a vital role in the socio-economic life of the Konkomba people and other immigrant communities in Accra.
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Credit: Greater Accra Markets Association (GAMA)
President: (Manye) Mercy Afrowa Needjan
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Established:1961