Wabag opens new market complex

PEOPLE of Wabag, in Enga, now have improved market facilities to sell their produce following its opening on Monday.
The new market complex funded by the Papua New Guinea-Australia partnership together with the Wabag development authority opened in Wabag Town.
According to the Australian High Commission, the complex includes 139 stalls, vendor transit accommodation, a women’s business administration centre, male and female ablution blocks, first aid facilities and a cafeteria.
The market complex is specifically designed to cater for women’s groups, vendors and those who buy and sell at the market to ensure their needs are met through improved accessibility, safety, hygiene standards and economic opportunity.
Deputy High Commissioner Dr Joanne Loundes said markets in the country played a critical role in driving economic activities, maintaining and improving food security, and increasing livelihoods for vendors, patrons, and small business enterprises.
“I am pleased to see that the market will not only support the women’s groups and vendors who will be the primary users and custodians of this market complex, but also showcase the high-quality fresh produce that Enga province is known for,” she said.