Ruto Makes Major Gikomba Market Promise: "It Is a Public Land, Title Deed Ready in 90 Days"

President William Ruto addressed the traders personally and made it crystal clear that Gikomba Market is located on public land. President Ruto assured that it will take no more than 90 days for the title deed to be accomplished.

Addressing the gathering, the President wished to assuage the lingering concerns the traders had regarding the issue of land ownership and the ever-threatening eviction. He explained that his government would be protective of small-scale merchants who rely on the market to earn a living.

“I assure you that Gikomba is a public land, and we will process the title deed in the next 90 days,” the official said, and cheers erupted among the traders and the residents.

Gikomba vendors have been struggling with disputes over ownership of the land for several years. This is, however, a welcome relief to thousands of people who depend on the market on a daily basis. Gikomba market is still one of the major markets in Nairobi.

Ruto indicated that winning the ownership would open the door to development, infrastructure, and security for the market.It's a vibrant hub, and once they have ownership, the market would gain official government benefits, including financial services.

Reaction across the country has been mixed, with most people considering this a good gesture towards the vendors while others call for immediate action to respond to the 90 day deadline.

With the clock ticking, all eyes are on the traders and the Kenyan public to see whether the government will follow through on this potentially historical change for Gikomba Market.