Sh60mn Mwingi’s Kamuw’ongo ESP Market cuts losses for traders, offers shelter
NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 15 - The newly constructed Kamuw’ongo ESP Market in Mwingi North has significantly improved the trading environment for hundreds of Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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The new Kamuw’ongo ESP Market in Mwingi North, constructed at a cost of Sh59.4 million, is transforming the trading experience for hundreds of small-scale vendors who previously operated in challenging conditions. This modern facility offers a secure, hygienic, and structured environment, significantly reducing losses and improving daily turnover for traders.
- The market accommodates 200 traders and serves over 1,000 users daily.
- Vegetable seller Belita Kasyoka highlighted improved security and shelter as key benefits.
- The facility includes secure storage areas, dry and cold rooms, a mothers’ room, an ICT centre, and modern ablution blocks.
- President William Ruto officially handed over the management of the market to the County Government of Kitui.
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