Kumasi has been a trading city for centuries, and it still runs on commerce. From the shops of Adum to the vast Kejetia Market, the auto workshops of Suame Magazine and the student crowds around KNUST, there's a place for almost everything. Here's a quick guide to buying and selling in the Garden City, online and off.
Where to find what you need
Adum
Kumasi's central business district, packed with shops for clothing, electronics and household goods. Good for comparing prices before you buy.
Kejetia Market
One of the largest markets in West Africa, with almost anything you can think of, from fabrics and kente to foodstuffs and hardware. Go early, take your time and keep your belongings close.
Suame Magazine
Famous across Ghana as a hub for auto parts, repairs and metalwork. If you're buying a car or motorbike in Kumasi, a trusted mechanic from Suame can inspect it for you before you pay.
Around KNUST
Students arrive and leave every semester, which means a steady flow of laptops, books, fans, mattresses and desks. The start and end of each semester are the best times to buy and sell student items.
Buying online in Kumasi
Markets are great, but browsing online first saves time and helps you know the going price before you arrive. On Wujibaba you can browse everything listed for pickup in Kumasi, or go straight to a category: vehicles in Kumasi, electronics in Kumasi, furniture in Kumasi or fashion in Kumasi. Then chat with the seller on WhatsApp and arrange to meet.
Where to meet safely
Kumasi City Mall and busy, well-known spots in Adum are good places to meet sellers. Meet in daylight, bring a friend for anything valuable, check the item properly and pay only when you're happy. Never send a deposit for an item you haven't seen. Our guide to avoiding online shopping scams covers the common tricks.
Selling in Kumasi
Choose Kumasi as your pickup area
When you list an item, pick Kumasi so local buyers find it on the Kumasi pages instead of scrolling past Accra listings.
Time it with the semester
Laptops, furniture and room essentials sell fastest around KNUST's semester changes.
Price for the local market
Check similar listings in Kumasi before you set a price. Our guide to pricing used items walks you through it.
Got something to sell? List it free on Wujibaba. It takes about a minute, and buyers message you directly on WhatsApp.