The construction of the Sh. 1.5 billion ultra-modern market in Eldoret Town is progressing as planned.
Previously, Uasin Gishu County Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii assuring stakeholders that the project will be completed to the highest standards and within the stipulated timeline.
The market, which is being jointly funded by the National Government and the County Government of Uasin Gishu, aims to address the long-standing challenge of inadequate trading spaces for local traders.
Once completed, the state-of-the-art facility will boast an array of modern amenities, including two basements, 210 parking slots, three cold rooms, 16 showers, 97 lavatories, lactation and daycare facilities, a food court, offices, and meeting rooms.
The market, which will have the capacity to accommodate over 4,000 traders, is expected to transform Eldoret town into a hub of economic activity, attracting local and international businesses, creating employment opportunities, and fostering economic growth.
During a recent meeting with the State Department of Housing and Urban Development, Governor Bii emphasized the importance of efficient and high-quality construction, saying, “We are dedicated to ensuring that this project is carried out as intended in the construction plan.”
The project, which was launched by President William Ruto on January 9th, 2024, is part of a broader strategy to provide a conducive business environment for small-scale traders across the country.
With its modern design and state-of-the-art facilities, the Eldoret ultra-modern market is poised to become a flagship project for the county, projecting Eldoret town as a thriving economic hub and potentially the fifth city in Kenya.
As the project progresses, stakeholders are optimistic that it will have a positive impact on the local economy and improve the livelihoods of traders and residents alike.
