A proposed trading plan by the City of Cape Town has sparked concern among the historic Trafalgar Flower sellers on Adderley Street. The market has been operating for many years. According to the city, the proposal aims to formalise the site, protect long-standing traders, and bring it in line with the City's governance model under the Informal Trading By-Law.
The city says all registered traders and markets in Cape Town operate under trading plans that ensure fair and safe conditions. A public participation process on the draft Trading Plan for the Trafalgar Place Flower Market concluded on Thursday 12 March.
Accoring to James Vos, Mayco member for economic growth, the number of secure stalls has been determined in the City's consultation with the flower sellers, who advised that stalls should be increased to accommodate those who operate intermittently.
People's Post spoke to a few flower sellers to get their input. Daniel Williams believes the move is to accommodate foreign investors who he claims are "taking over the city".
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