There are hawkers and stall-operators all over streets in Kisumu. While most traders are there to sell, not all of them have clear intentions.
The following three considerations works best in avoiding victimization by unscrupulous businessmen in Kisumu.1. Keep a low profile When going out to shop on Kisumu streets, avoid putting on an expensive impression that might hint you come from the bourgeoisie. Most hawkers will hike prices depending on your outward looks. There is an impression in Kisumu that working residents like expensive and classy items.2. Go away after missing your target itemWhen you miss the item you were looking for, kindly check it at the next stall. Do not hear anything to do with, “let me check in our store.” They will take the commodity from their colleagues and act as their middlemen. When you purchase such goods, be sure that you will be paying for their prices alongside selling commission.
3. Be specific on what you want and research on their prices
It's common for Kisumu hawkers to triple the prices of their commodities. While you might think that you have negotiated enough, it's definite that you have been robbed
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