Tracing the origins of Gikomba market

People scramble for free clothing that were salvaged at the Gikomba market, after a huge fire razed down part of the market on 06/10/2017. [Photo: file/Standard]

Potholed roads with puddles of raw sewage, loud hooting from rickety matatus and the stench of sweat is what welcomes you to Gikomba market.

It is difficult to access, whether on foot or by vehicle.