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How new markets are turning around county fortunes

Muthurwa Market. [Courtesy]

There is something remarkable happening across the country and naysayers should not call it controversial. For years, traders have operated in challenging conditions-makeshift stalls, inadequate sanitation, and limited access to modern amenities.

However, a transformative shift is underway, promising to redefine the trading landscape for thousands of entrepreneurs. Modern markets are dotting towns and cities across the 47 counties. At the forefront of this transformation is the Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP), a collaborative initiative between national and county governments.

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