Govt Invests Sh922mn in 14 Modern Markets Across Kisumu

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The projects, being implemented by the State Department for Housing and Urban Development, are expected to provide modern trading spaces for more than 4,000 traders, while reducing post-harvest losses and improving market access.

Among the flagship projects is the Mowlem Market in Kisumu East Sub-County, where construction is currently 12 percent complete. The Sh58.8 million facility will accommodate 300 traders once completed.

Also in Kisumu East, the government plans to construct the Mamboleo Market at a cost of Sh70 million. The project has completed its design phase and is awaiting tendering for the construction contract.

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The market is expected to benefit from the ongoing upgrade of the Mamboleo-Miwani Road, positioning it as a key commercial hub serving traders from Kisumu and neighbouring counties.

In Kisumu West Sub-County, the Sh58.8 million Kisian Market is 98 percent complete and will also accommodate 300 traders. Located along the busy Kenya-Uganda highway, the facility is expected to enhance cross-border trade and commercial activity.

Construction of the Holo Market, another Sh58.8 million project in the sub-county, has also reached 98 percent, with space for 300 traders.

However, work on the proposed Dago Market has stalled after the government terminated the contractor’s contract. The Sh70 million project will be re-advertised through a fresh procurement process.

In Muhoroni Sub-County, construction of the Sh58.8 million Muhoroni Market has reached 18 percent and will provide trading space for 300 traders upon completion.

Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Dr. Raymond Omollo said the market will strengthen trade between Kisumu and neighbouring Kericho County by providing traders with a modern and organized business environment.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya

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