{"id":65972,"date":"2024-02-22T16:18:10","date_gmt":"2024-02-22T16:18:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/kabarondo-to-get-new-better-rwf3bn-market-2"},"modified":"2024-02-22T17:12:59","modified_gmt":"2024-02-22T17:12:59","slug":"kabarondo-to-get-new-better-rwf3bn-market-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/photo\/kabarondo-to-get-new-better-rwf3bn-market-2","title":{"rendered":"Kabarondo to get new, better Rwf3bn market"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Traders in Kabarondo, Kayonza District, are contented since they will start trading in a new Rwf3 billion market building set to be operational in a month\u2019s time.<\/p>\n

Locals in the area as well as traders are happy that once the new market starts operating, they will no longer have to worry about the rainy seasons, or very dry spells, that often negatively affected businesses<\/p>\n

Currently, according to local authorities, a technical team is going over final touches on requirements for vendors and other users to start operating in the new market.<\/p>\n

The long-awaited market, local authorities said, will be operational in a month\u2019s time. The market is important because it will provide a central location for vendors to sell their goods and for customers to purchase household goods and other items, it is noted.<\/p>\n

Pierre Shyaka, a mobile money vendor and irish potato seller in the area, told The New Times that, \u201cFor a long time, our businesses have been affected not only during the rainy season but also during dry spells.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pierre Shyaka, a mobile money attendant in Kabarondo said that the market was needed because they are affected bye rain and dry spells<\/p>\n

\u201cWith this new market, we are hopeful that we will be able to operate smoothly throughout the year. The modern facilities and infrastructure will attract more customers and improve our sales.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Rwf3 billion market, which replaces the old structure is set to transform the shopping experience for residents.<\/p>\n

Known for its busy trade, the market is located at the center of Eastern Province, providing convenient access to residents and customers from neighboring districts including Kirehe, Ngoma, Rwamagana, and Gatsibo.<\/p>\n

The three-floor market building is expected to provide a more spacious and organised environment for vendors and customers alike and become a hub for economic activity.<\/p>\n

The market is strategically located for residents in Ngoma, Kirehe Gatzibo and Rwamagana who attends it<\/p>\n

“Buyers and sellers from different parts of the province come to the market but they expressed concerns about the lack of a modern market space. The increased foot traffic and improved facilities are expected to attract more customers. I believe my business will flourish when the market starts operating,” said Yves Mutemberezi, a cyclist from Ngoma District who carries people around Kabarondo market, on his bicycle.<\/p>\n

According to John Bosco Nyemazi, the Mayor of Kayonza District, the market will benefit not only vendors and customers but also the surrounding community, by creating jobs and boosting the local economy. He added that the district is ensuring that the market meets the needs and expectations of everyone involved.<\/p>\n

He said: \u201cMostly, we are excited about the positive impact it will have on the local economy as a whole.<\/p>\n

\u201cBut we also expect a boost in revenue earnings from the market. A technical team is reviewing entry requirements, and within a month the market will be operational.\u201d<\/p>\n

With its spacious layout, the three-story market will offer fairly enough space for banks, pharmacies, telecommunication companies, and outlets for fresh produce, and clothing, among others.<\/p>\n

The market will provide spacious places for banks, pharmacies, household goods, clothing, among others, exciting residents who operate near the market<\/p>\n

Worth Rwf 3billion, the 3 story market replaces the old one that market attendants used to complain about<\/p>\n\r\n