Sat, 30 Dec 2017 12:53:14 +0000 THE closure of Soweto market and banning of street vending may not be politically welcomed but it is a prudent move to save lives. In any case, this is a temporary measure for a specific period and should not draw concern from any well-meaning citizens. It would be wrong for Government to ignore the obvious need to take drastic action to stem the rising numbers of fatalities from the cholera pandemic. The announcement of the closure of Lusaka’s largest market should actually be a relief to traders and customers alike because this will afford health authorities chance to clear dirt and disinfect the place. The city cannot overlook the fact that street vending generates garbage which clogs drainages and covers open spaces, posing a threat to the public and the environment. We are also cognisant of the fact that street vendors by the nature of the location of their […]
