Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Dr Raymond Omollo has showcased the progress of the Maji Mazuri Modern Market in Kasarani Constituency, Nairobi County, as the government advances efforts to improve trading conditions for small-scale business owners.
The project, constructed on 8.4 acres of public land, is expected to provide a modern business environment for thousands of traders while expanding economic opportunities within the area.
According to details shared by Dr Omollo, construction has made considerable progress, with major structural works, plastering and floor tiling already completed. The three-block complex, featuring four storeys, is now undergoing final finishing works ahead of its anticipated commissioning.
Once operational, the facility will accommodate between 1,200 and 1,500 permanent traders daily, with the capacity to serve nearly 3,000 business operators during peak market days.
The development is expected to ease the challenges faced by traders who previously travelled to Githurai in search of suitable business spaces or relied on temporary roadside stalls to sell their merchandise.
The modern facility will feature multi-level retail spaces, secure storage facilities, market shades, internal access roads, ample parking and improved sanitation services.
Beyond providing additional trading space, the market is expected to promote organised commercial activities and create a safer environment for traders, customers and neighbouring residents.
Dr Omollo's update places the investment within the government's Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), which seeks to strengthen Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises by improving their access to essential infrastructure and economic opportunities.
The development also reflects the Usawa ni Sawa commitment, which promotes fairness, dignity and better working conditions for Kenyans pursuing their livelihoods.
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