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Chilenge Market: A Labyrinth of Local Charm (Needs a Navigation Upgrade)

Chilenje Market offers a vibrant glimpse into Lusaka's lifeblood. Packed with stalls and shops, it's a one-stop shop for everything you might need... if you can find it.

Here's the thing: Chilenge Market wears its history on its sleeve. The stalls are a mix of established shops and makeshift structures called "Tuntembas." While this adds to the unique atmosphere, it can be confusing for first-timers. Unlike a modern mall, there's no clear organization. Imagine finding a bar next to a stationery store, followed by a bicycle repair shop!

Navigation can be a challenge. Unless you're a seasoned Chilenge shopper, be prepared to spend some time wandering (and maybe asking for directions) to find what you need. The market could definitely benefit from a facelift and a more organized layout.

However, if you're up for an adventure, Chilenge Market offers a delightful dose of local energy. Prices tend to be good, and you'll find a vast array of goods, from fresh produce to clothing and household items. Just be prepared to embrace the...

Local market in a residential area. Lots of local food stuffs, variety of fresh vegetables and fruits. Got some very tasty chikanda(traditional polony). Buzz with activity hardware,saloons, clothes and lots more. 13/12/22 The usual full of activity. Looks like the market has run out of rent spaces and now every little space is being taken up. Looks congested but everything else is as usual.. Fresh food stuffs from the local food stalls. Had some matumbo (offals) with nshima. It was nice. It's rain season and the place tends to look shabby and unkempt but it's a market place afterall. Good market for all...

I just love Chilenje Market. Once lived there but I still visit whenever I have the opportunity. Good prices, fresh farm produce, good quality thrifted items, The market has dry fish, butcheries, fresh fish from the famous Robert's store, Pharmacies and is in close proximity to a hospital. It's right in the middle of one of the oldest residential areas in Zambia. Very convenient for the suburbs surrounding this area to procure Zambian goodies without having to pass through the busy CBD to the largest Market in the city of Lusaka, Soweto Market. I take it as a...