CHAOS AND TREASURES: MY JOURNEY TO KANTAMANTO MARKET IN ACCRA

Kantamanto Market is West Africa's largest secondhand clothing hub, located in the heart of Accra's central business district. The Scale of Commerce: Over 30,000 stalls and shops make up the maze-like market, which receives an estimated 15 million used clothing, shoe, and accessory items every single week Local Terminology: Secondhand items from the West are locally known as "Obroni w'awu," translating to "the white man is dead," reflecting the origins of donated charity clothing. Vibrant Atmosphere: Shoppers navigate narrow, bustling alleys filled with vendors, stacks of apparel, and the art of energetic bargaining. If you want to explore the market with local experts rather than going alone, several guided walking tours cover the area:Accra Markets Tour (with Hausa Tours): Combines Kantamanto with Makola and Agbogbloshie markets, stopping at nearby herbal and timber markets. Prices start around $85 depending on group size#UgandaNews#Kampala#Uganda#NTVUganda#Bukedde# NBSUpdates#PearlOfAfrica #Politics#WorldPolitics#Geopolitics#PoliticalAnalysis#Government📈 Finance & Business, News#BusinessNews#FinanceNews#MarketUpdate#Economy#CryptoNews / #BitcoinNew