Formerly known as Odupongkpehe, Kasoa, is a peri-urban town in the Awutu Senya East Municipal District of the Central region of Ghana.

Kasoa enjoys a curious relationship with Accra. There is almost no break between the town, whose name betrays its humble origins as a small yam market, for Kasoa means ‘Market’ in the Hausa language which is the lingua franca of Northern yam sellers who founded the town at a spot previously known as Bawjiase Junction.”

The market used to be principally for foodstuffs, but now the goods on sale are very varied.

Things to do in Kasoa

If you are looking for some historical facts then Kwame Nkrumah Memorial makes a perfect choice. Located in downtown Accra, the Mausoleum is the final resting place of Ghana’s first President and Africanist. The museum hosts rare artifacts relating to Ghana’s independence and tours at the park give visitors an in-depth history of the Sub-saharan struggle for independence.

Makola Market is a renowned market place and shopping district in the centre of the city of Accra. A wide array of products is sold in the markets and its surrounding streets, from car parts to land snails. For new arrivals to Africa, it can be an intense experience, but it’s a fun – if, perhaps, a little masochistic – Ghanaian initiation rite.

Where to stay in Kasoa

Situated in Kasoa, Chrisma courts features accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental or a à la carte breakfast. 

Featuring garden views, Don Pedro Villa- Budumburam in Kasoa features accommodation, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge and a garden. Units are fitted with a kitchenette with a dining area, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and bath. A microwave, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a kettle.