Farmers in Kiyombya Sub County are brimming with hope as the long-anticipated Nyamiseke Farmers' Market nears completion, bringing with it the promise of increased household incomes and improved livelihoods.

The market, situated in Hakitoma Cell, Nyamiseke Parish, is being renovated under the Local Economic Growth Support (LEGS) Project, with funding from the Islamic Development Bank. Once complete, it will feature modern stalls, water points, sanitation facilities, and other essential services designed to create a conducive trading environment for the farmers.

According to Mr. Samuel Nyaruhuma, the District Engineer of Bunyangabu, the project is progressing smoothly and could be completed within a month if current momentum is maintained.

“The contractor is on track. We are optimistic that the market will be ready soon to serve the people of Kiyombya,” Nyaruhuma stated.

Local leaders and residents have already expressed enthusiasm about the market's impact. Mr. James Bagenda, the LC I Chairperson of Hakitoma Cell, commended the government’s commitment to community upliftment through practical development initiatives.
“The contractor has been cooperative and responsive. We appreciate the government’s efforts in implementing projects that are directly targeting the wellbeing of our people,” he said.

Community members believe the market will solve a longstanding challenge of limited selling points for agricultural produce.

Mr. Vincent Love, a resident of the area, noted that the market will especially benefit banana farmers — as bananas are a major crop in the are.
“We often struggle to find consistent buyers. Once this market is ready, we will have a central location to sell our bananas and other farm products without having to travel far,” he said.

Echoing the excitement, Mr. Amon Rutenta, the District Secretary for Works, Production and Natural Resources, described the project as “priceless,” urging residents to take ownership and protect the facility.
“This is a game-changer for Nyamiseke and Kiyombya at large. I call upon all community members to guard this market jealously against vandalism and misuse,” Rutenta appealed.

The Nyamiseke Farmers' Market is expected to not only boost local trade but also improve food security, strengthen local supply chains, and create a ripple effect of economic opportunities for the rural community.

As completion draws near, farmers in Kiyombya are looking ahead with renewed optimism — hopeful that their journey from the farm to the market will soon be shorter, more profitable, and sustainable.