Through its Department of Trade, the County Government of Uasin Gishu took a bold step towards boosting local commerce on Tuesday by officially handing over the Kahoya Market site to a contractor for significant infrastructure upgrades.

The facelift, which includes the construction of a market shade and installation of cabro pavements, aims to provide a safer, cleaner, and more organized trading environment for local vendors.

Speaking during the handover, Trade Chief Officer Felix Kimaru urged the contractor to deliver the project in the shortest time possible without compromising on quality,emphasizing that the upgrade is in line with Governor Jonathan Bii’s fourth development pillar, which aims at creating a conducive business environment for all traders across the county.

“This is not just about infrastructure. It’s about dignity for our traders, better service delivery, and economic empowerment,” said Kimaru.

Area MCA Hon. Wanjohi Kimani echoed the CO’s sentiments, applauding the initiative as a game-changer for the Kahoya trading community.

“These works will greatly improve conditions for our traders, encouraging business growth and boosting the local economy,” he noted.

In a show of community involvement, the Kahoya Market Committee committed to closely monitoring the construction process to ensure it meets expectations and stays on track.

With construction underway, traders and residents alike are optimistic that a modernized market will soon become the new heartbeat of Kahoya’s local economy.

Present were Brenda Rono( Ag Director Investment)and Edwin Korir(Principal Trade Development).