Chantan Market
Chantan Market
Chantan Market St is a market area located in the Chantan / Nii Okaiman East area of Accra in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. It’s part of the Ga West Municipal Assembly area and sits near well-known suburbs such as Lapaz, Alhaji, Darkuman, and Sotuom.
🛍️ What to Expect
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Local marketplace: Chantan New Market is a traditional open-air market where traders sell a variety of everyday goods — including fresh farm produce (fruits, vegetables), clothing, household items, and general merchandise.
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Community hub: Like many neighbourhood markets in Accra, this is a bustling local shopping spot where residents come for daily necessities and casual trading.
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Nearby services: The market is close to places like Nii Boi Man Post Office, Lapaz Community Hospital, and small shops, pharmacies, and food vendors.
⏰ Typical Market Hours
Most stalls at Chantan Main Market operate roughly early morning to late afternoon or early evening (approximately 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM) on most days — though exact times can vary by vendor.
🚌 Getting There
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Chantan is accessible by public transport from various parts of Accra. Several bus routes have stops within about a 5–10 minute walk to the market area (e.g., lines 9, 10, 19, 349, 401).
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It’s located near the Mile 7 / Lapaz corridor, a busy transport and commercial zone on the way toward Amasaman from central Accra.
🧭 Location Context
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Chantan itself is a neighbourhood within the Ga West Municipal Assembly in Greater Accra.
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The market is part of the community’s economic activity and serves surrounding residential areas such as Nii Ankraman and Alhaji.
Credit: Greater Accra Markets Association (GAMA)
President: (Manye) Mercy Afrowa Needjan
Naa Afrowa Dade Npadua I
Chief Markets Queen Mother &
Market Queen Mother’s & Executives.
Established:1961
Linked: https://www.zaatu.com/listing-category/gama-markets-in-accra/
Reviews
A very accessible community market offering more than just food supplies—you’ll find clothing, footwear, kitchenware, and daily provisions with friendly traders and budget-friendly rates.
Beyond food provisions, vendors offer an assortment of affordable clothing, footwear, fashion accessories, kitchenware, and general provisions
Vendors regularly stock fresh local staples—including tubers (yam, cassava), plantains, tomatoes, onions, peppers, fresh/smoked fish, and meat—sourced straight from local farmers and regional distributors.
A convenient market with friendly traders, quality products, and affordable prices. Great shopping experience!