The Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association, Accra Chapter, has announced a planned strike action for Thursday, April 10, 2025.
The protest is in direct response to what the association describes as “continued defamatory statements and publications” by the OR Foundation, an organization that has frequently criticized the secondhand clothing trade in Ghana.
According to a statement released by the association, the OR Foundation has repeatedly portrayed the industry, particularly the activities within the Kantamanto Market, negatively and misleadingly.
The association accuses the foundation of spreading “false, unbalanced, and damaging narratives” that undermine the contribution of the used clothing sector to Ghana’s economy.
“These reports have painted an inaccurate picture of our operations, ignoring the significant role our industry plays in job creation, poverty reduction, and sustainable livelihoods for thousands of Ghanaians,” the statement read.
In protest, used clothing dealers operating in Accra, especially within the Kantamanto enclave, have called for the suspension of all trading activities.
. The association says the strike is aimed at defending the dignity of traders, protecting the reputation of Ghana, and demanding an end to what they call “unfair attacks” on the sector.
Objectives of the Strike Action:
•To demand a halt to defamatory statements from the OR Foundation
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•To defend the dignity and livelihood of used clothing dealers in Accra
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•To safeguard Ghana’s image both locally and internationally
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•To call for responsible and factual reporting on the secondhand clothing industry
“We are peaceful traders, but we will not sit silently as our industry and country are unfairly attacked. The strike is a unified action to defend our space, our people, and our country’s reputation.”
AM/KA
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