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Barrow Proposes Relocation of Serekunda Sandinka Market After Devastating Fire
Serekunda, The Gambia – President Adama Barrow has called for the relocation of the Serekunda Sandinka market following a destructive fire outbreak that caused millions of dalasis in damages to goods and properties.
Presidential Visit and Assessment
The Gambian leader visited the ravaged market on Tuesday to assess the damage firsthand and console affected traders. During his tour, President Barrow emphasized the need for modernization and improved safety measures in the country’s markets.
“I think the best way forward is to relocate the Sandinka market,” Barrow told reporters. “But we cannot do that alone; we need to collaborate with the councils. These markets need to be modernized. As a country, we are developing, and therefore we need to modernize ourselves.”
Expanding the Assessment
The president extended his inspection to include the Latrikunda and Brikama Sandinka markets, which had also suffered fire damage in recent months. He has ordered a comprehensive assessment of all three markets to determine:
- The full extent of damage caused by the fires
- Immediate needs of affected traders
- Long-term solutions for market safety and modernization
Government Support Promised
President Barrow assured affected business owners of government support to help them recover from their losses. While specific assistance measures weren’t detailed, the president emphasized the administration’s commitment to helping traders get back on their feet.
The proposed relocation and modernization of the markets aligns with The Gambia’s broader development goals, aiming to create safer, more efficient trading spaces that can better serve both merchants and customers.
Reported by Adama Makasuba
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