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Vendors at Rukungiri Central Market are expressing concern over a decline in customer turnout and price fluctuations amid the reopening of schools. According to market vendors, the reduced number of customers and lower commodity prices are linked to the upcoming reopening of schools.
Mr. Twebaze Patrick, a market vendor, explained that as schools prepare to resume, customer numbers typically decrease, leading vendors to lower prices to attract business, ultimately affecting their income. He highlighted that the current prices include 3,500 Ugandan Shillings for one kilogram of good-quality onions, 3,000 Shillings for poor-quality onions, 1,500 Shillings for irish potatoes, 30,000 Shillings for carrots, 2,500 Shillings for green peppers, and 1,500 Shillings for big cabbages, with small cabbages priced at 1,000 Shillings.
Twebaze also attributed the market challenges to the recent festive season, where people tend to spend a significant amount of money, leaving less disposable income for daily needs and school fees.
Mr. Muganzi Fred, the Chairman of Rukungiri Central Market and a vendor himself, suggested that the local council should consider reducing taxes imposed on vendors. He also highlighted the need for an upgraded market facility to attract more customers and urged the government to provide secure doors for the market. Muganzi emphasized the importance of government intervention to address the challenges faced by market vendors in Rukungiri.
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