Gikomba Traders Stories

City Hall to relocate Ruai market traders ahead of Kangundo Road expansion
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 21, 2024

The County Government of Nairobi had issued the traders with an eviction notice but concerns were raised of not providing an alternative trading place...

Gikomba traders sue Nairobi County over demolition of market stalls
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 30, 2024

They are petitioning the high court to prevent the county government from demolishing any more stalls or properties, as well as to compensate them for...

Gikomba traders count losses as government demolishes structures
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 03, 2024

The traders are angry with the government, accusing it of inadequate communication and a lack of options.

Gikomba Market stalls at risk as Nairobi County advances fire station project
Charity Kilei  |  Apr 17, 2024

Demolitions have taken place at the huge city market several times before, for reasons including creating space for road construction.

Gikomba traders count losses as market is plunged into darkness for three days
Hanifa Adan  |  Mar 28, 2024

Traders eagerly await power restoration, hoping to recover losses and move past the setback.

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