Kasoa Overhead in Filthy State as Traders Call for Urgent Clean-Up
Kasoa Overhead, a major commercial hub in the Central Region, has been overtaken by filth, raising serious health concerns for traders, commuters, and residents. The absence of dustbins and regular cleaning has turned the area into a dumping site, making it an eyesore despite its economic significance.
The Kasoa Overhead area serves as a key transportation hub, with commercial vehicles loading passengers traveling to destinations such as Berekum, Akoti, Liberia Camp, Papase, Krodua, Kasoa New Market, Adam Nana, and the District Assembly. Despite the heavy human and vehicular traffic, the area remains unkempt, with heaps of rubbish accumulating over time.
Traders, food vendors, and fish sellers operate in this dirty environment, increasing the risk of diseases such as cholera, typhoid, and other sanitation-related infections. The presence of police officers inspecting vehicles in the area further highlights the need for urgent action to maintain hygiene and orderliness.
In an interview with mrwoode.com, traders expressed frustration over the poor sanitation conditions. Many of them revealed that they pay taxes to the authorities and expect their contributions to be used for waste management and cleaning services.
“We pay taxes every day, but the place is still dirty. The authorities should employ workers to clean the area because it is affecting our businesses and our health,” a trader lamented.
The worsening filth at Kasoa Overhead calls for immediate intervention from local government authorities, including the Kasoa Municipal Assembly and waste management services. Residents and traders are urging authorities to provide dustbins, enforce regular cleaning, and implement sanitation measures to restore hygiene and prevent health crises.
With Kasoa Overhead being a central business hub, ensuring cleanliness will not only protect public health but also improve the overall appeal of the area, benefiting traders, commuters, and visitors alike.