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Residents in Kumasi have expressed deep concerns over food hygiene standards following the closure of a popular kenkey mill at Adehye Market.
The operation, carried out by officials from the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and the Environmental Health Department, has once again highlighted the alarming state of sanitation in local markets.
The facility has remained shut early last month after authorities discovered severe violations, including the use of unsafe water in food processing and poor sanitary conditions. Many residents who had previously visited the mill described the environment as unhygienic and a major health risk.
“Visiting the site was an appalling experience. The unsanitary conditions were enough to make anyone feel nauseous. At the very least, workers should wear gloves and protective coverings to minimize contamination,” a concerned resident stated.
Another vendor selling accessories near the market emphasized the importance of using clean water said: “If these food operators could use only safe water in food preparation, it would go a long way in maintaining proper hygiene standards.”
“Raising concerns about someone’s business is often met with resistance. That’s why I also encourage mill operators to work closely with their leaders to establish proper sanitation measures,” a hawker noted.
The closure of the facility follows viral images exposing its poor sanitary state, prompting swift action from authorities. However, health experts warn that isolated interventions are not enough, especially as Ghana battles a cholera outbreak.
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has urged stakeholders to intensify public education on food safety, emphasizing that the issue extends beyond just this one kenkey mill.
There are growing concerns that similar unhygienic conditions may persist in other food processing sites, putting the public at risk.
Reporting By Lordina Agyemang Duah in Kumasi
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