Soweto Market — Local services in Lusaka Province

My father eked a living at this market. I remember vividly my father's shop was numbered 199.When I started Grade One at Chinika Primary School, my father and I would pass through his shop. He had a grocery shop and later transitioned into stationery.It was here that i developed my business interest. My father, I suppose could have done much better if it had not been for the fire that swept through the market. But then, thank God he managed to build a house and bought another from the proceeds of this market. Not only that he managed to buy at least three second hand vehicles. Not so bad for someone who had come from a poor background. This market has impacted thousands of people. My father managed to pay for school fees from this very market. This is a market that should be marked by government for development because of its...

Soweto market to move around there one must be active otherwise you can not even move at all lol you have to make ways where there is no way 🤣 we have unending individuals moving up and down where they are heading to it’s unknown and they don’t stop in inside it we having vehicles making ways were there is no way adding up with ba ma bala nabalonga as if kaya now imagine people in the same small road also items being solid , cars bala and moving people lol this nga are cheaper yea but by the time you get back to home you will be tired like hell I now understand why people prefer to buy at town even if it’s expensive lol go to this market with ma patapata and with strength and be ready to be hit by passer bys all your way round otherwise all items are cheaper by 2 times of the prices in at time center ....

New Soweto Market in Lusaka is a vibrant and bustling marketplace known for its wide variety of goods at affordable prices. From fresh produce and traditional Zambian foods to clothing, shoes, and household items, the market offers a rich shopping experience. It’s a place where locals from all walks of life come together, creating a lively and authentic atmosphere. The market is organized into sections, making it easier to find specific items like secondhand clothes, fabrics, or dried fish. While it can get crowded and a bit chaotic, especially during the rainy season, the friendly vendors and the chance to negotiate prices add to its charm. It’s a great spot to experience local culture and daily...