Accra Decongestion: AMA's Exercise Faces Mixed Reactions from Vendors

Accra Decongestion: Day 3 of AMA's Exercise Shows Challenges and Cooperation Accra, Ghana – The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) continues its city decongestion exercise, now on its third day. The operation aims to remove street vendors and informal businesses from busy areas to improve traffic flow and city aesthetics. The AMA's efforts have been met with mixed reactions from vendors. The video shows officials engaging with street vendors, explaining the need for relocation. One vendor, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated, "While I understand the need for the decongestion, it's difficult to find a suitable alternative location for my business." However, other vendors expressed a more cooperative attitude, indicating willingness to work with the AMA to find new locations. One vendor, speaking to the camera, stated, "I'm happy to move if they provide a safe and accessible place for us to continue our work." The exercise is part of a broader effort to modernize Accra and address long-standing urban planning challenges. The AMA's commitment to providing alternative spaces for relocated vendors is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and minimize disruption to livelihoods.