Masiphumelele local traders to enjoy new Gateway Market

Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis and James Vos with councillors, traders and community members at the Masiphumelele Market launch. An upgraded trading hub in Masiphumelele will accommodate around 57 informal traders and includes kiosks, food preparation areas, office space, parking and public seating. ill accommodate around 57 informal traders and includes kiosks, food preparation areas, office space, parking and public seating.

Officially opened on Tuesday by MayorGeordin Hill-Lewisalongside the City’s mayco member for Economic Growth,James Vos, the Masiphumelele Gateway Market replaces what the City described as an inadequate trading space and forms part of more than R400 million invested in trading infrastructure. James Vos, the Masiphumelele Gateway Market replaces what the City described as an inadequate trading space and forms part of more than R400 million invested in trading infrastructure. Five of the kiosks are also large enough to support light manufacturing businesses.

Mayor Hill-Lewis said the new market would better serve traders and the surrounding communities. “We are thrilled to open this wonderful new traders’ market, which connects and serves the communities of Masiphumelele, Kommetjie, Ocean View and surrounds,” he said. He said the previous site was without basic amenities for traders and customers.

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“This is all now well and truly resolved, with a lovely, dignified trading market that brings dignity to traders and residents,” he said. According to the City, construction of the market followed extensive engagement with both informal traders and community stakeholders. The first round of vendor applications is currently being processed, with trading expected to begin this month. Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis addressing the audience at the Masiphumelele Market launch.

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