Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has suspended the operation of Kisanjja Section in Kalerwe market, Kawempe Division on account of overcrowding and violating guidelines issued by Ministry of Health (MOH).
In the notice issued today, KCCA directed the vendors to cease operations effective April 2, 2020. KCCA say the vendors at the market have failed to implement a 4-meter social distance in all directions while operating in the markets as directed by President Museveni.
“KCCA leadership and the technical staff have frequently visited several city markets to check on compliance with market guidelines,” reads part of the statement.
KCCA further warns the remaining section of Kalerwe market, the Orange section of Nakasero market, the Fish section of Busega market, the section of Kasubi market near the Kawaala – Kasubi junction and Nakawa market to comply or risk closure.
Museveni issued directives in a bid to combat the spread of the Coronavirus in the country suspending public gatherings, open street markets, public/private transport and non-food stuff markets amongst others.