Shai Osudoku Gets 24-Hour Economy Market: A Game Changer for Local Business
Dodowa is about to get a serious upgrade. On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, Greater Accra Regional Minister and MP for Shai Osudoku, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, cut sod for a modern 24-hour economy market in the constituency. This is not just another market; it is a bold statement about the future of local commerce in Ghana.
The project is designed to give market women, farmers, artisans, food processors, and young entrepreneurs a structured, modern environment to do business. Think banking services, cold storage, digital payment systems, and even crèches, all under one roof, operating around the clock. This is the government's 24-hour economy agenda moving from policy papers to physical reality.
What does the 24-hour economy market mean for Shai Osudoku?
For the people of Shai Osudoku, this market represents opportunity. It is about creating jobs, boosting productivity, and improving livelihoods in a tangible way. The Minister made it clear that this is a practical demonstration of a national vision. “The 24-hour economy is one of the priority programmes of government, aimed at expanding economic activity, creating jobs, increasing productivity and providing opportunities for businesses and individuals to improve their livelihoods,” she said.
Focus on women and young entrepreneurs
Ocloo put a special spotlight on the impact this will have on women. For many, the market is not just a place to sell; it is their workplace and their primary source of income. She urged women, the youth, and traders to seize this chance to expand their businesses and contribute to the constituency's economic growth. The message was clear: this facility is a tool, and it is up to the community to use it to build something bigger.
Part of a bigger national picture
This project is a key part of President John Dramani Mahama's broader 24-hour economy model market initiative. The vision goes beyond just trading spaces. These markets are being designed as economic hubs with modern stores, warehousing, sanitation facilities, and transport terminals. The goal is to keep the economic engine running all day and all night, not just in Accra, but across all districts.
What happens next for the Dodowa market site?
The sod-cutting is a major step, but the real work begins now. Ocloo has called on the contractor to ensure that local residents benefit from the construction jobs. She expects the project to be completed on schedule and to the highest standards. The ultimate goal is to turn this site into a major centre of commerce and enterprise, not just for Shai Osudoku, but for the entire Greater Accra Region.
Frequently asked questions about the Shai Osudoku market project
Who is funding the 24-hour economy market in Dodowa?
The project is part of the government's national 24-hour economy model market initiative, which is developing modern markets across all districts in Ghana.
When will the Shai Osudoku market be completed?
While an exact completion date has not been announced, the Regional Minister has stressed that the project must be finished on schedule and to the required standards.
What facilities will the new market include?
The model market is expected to feature modern stores, warehousing, cold storage, digital payment systems, banking services, security, fire protection, restaurants, crèches, and health services.