OBSID - Station Rd traders get new spot

Until recently informal vendors in Station Road overtrading beyond the demarcated areas allocated by the City and had caused congestion for pedestrians on an already narrow sidewalk in Station Road.

Legally, Law Enforcement and/or the City department responsible for Informal Trading are obliged to warn, fine and or confiscate offenders’ goods when traders are in breach of the trading regulations.

OBSID and the City discussed this with the relevant traders who, in order to continue trading beyond the demarcated areas, agreed to relocate to the opposite side of the road where the Blue Tent hamburger traders are located and in front of the Village Green, where the sidewalk is far wider, causing far less congestion for pedestrians.

This has made a huge difference to pedestrian movement on the Kwikspar side of Station Road and many residents are very grateful to the City and vendors for their cooperation and a decision that improves local residents and visitors experience in Observatory.

The OBSID encourages residents and visitors to give these informal traders their support!