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Kisumu governor Anyang' Nyong'o has sparked reactions after he banned hawkers from hawking along Kisumu streets. For that reason, the streets of Kisumu has been seen clear attracting reactions. Nyong'o directed all traders to be relocated inside the 5000 capacity Uhuru business park which has remained unoccupied for the past one year.
According to the county boss, trading in streets is not only unhealthy but also expose the traders to various hazards. However, Nyong'o warned cartels who have been harassing traders and allocating themselves stalls in the city without following the due process.
This comes after reports indicated that three people were hospitalised with injuries after a fight erupted between factions over sharing of market place at Uhuru business park. Uhuru Business Park a joint project between National government and Kisumu county government was completed last year.
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