Fried yam seller convicted for selling without medical clearance

The Somanya Magistrate Court has fined Salamatu Mohammed, a fried yam vendor, GH₵ 600 for selling food without medical clearance, as required by the Yilo Krobo Municipal Assembly's bye-law.


The law aims to ensure food hygiene and safety. Salamatu pleaded guilty to the charge, which was brought after she failed to participate in a municipal-wide medical examination for food handlers.

The prosecution highlighted the public health risks of selling food without proper medical clearance, emphasizing the potential transmission of diseases to consumers.