End of Gikomba? State demolishes market for modern look
Chairman of the shoe market confirmed that traders were aware of the planned relocation...
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Nairobi's iconic Gikomba Market is undergoing phased demolition for a modern upgrade, sparking mixed reactions from traders and criticism from opposition leaders.
- Over 6,300 traders have been registered and relocated to temporary sites as part of the Nairobi Rivers Regeneration Programme.
- The Kenyan government, through the State Department for Housing and Urban Development, assures it will cover all relocation costs.
- Demolitions targeting riparian encroachments occurred overnight on Monday, March 30, 2026, with the first phase of construction expected to take four to six months.
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Nairobi's iconic Gikomba Market is undergoing phased demolition for a modern upgrade, sparking mixed reactions from traders and criticism from opposition leaders. The opposition has accused President William Ruto's administration of brutality and harassment following the demolitions, claiming the forceful evictions have disproportionately affected small-scale traders. Kenya's annual inflation surged to 4.4% in March 2026, primarily driven by significant price increases in food, transport, and housing-related expenses, with tomato and potato prices shooting up alongside electricity costs.
