Port Louis: Importers "Penalized" by Stopping Activities of Hawkers

"Usually they sell on their own, over 30% of my imported products. But the approach of the end of this year, I almost did not have control, "said an importer under the guise of anonymity.

In general, from the beginning of October, orders begin to multiply, he says. However, the prohibition to operate in the streets of Port-Louis, many hawkers have preferred not to order. Which penalize importers. Worse, "we also noticed that people are even in stores since the vendors have deserted the streets."

The side of the street vendors, explains that "the situation is difficult." Muslim Peerbocus is among those who have not renewed their product inventory. "Most operators have more money. We strive to sell the few products that we have, but we do not know the next step, "he says.

But if some have not ordered yet, others were taken well in advance. And now, they do not know how to sell their products at the end of the year. Ahmid Neeamundh, spokesman for the coalition of vendors, mentioned their concern. "Merchants have placed their orders and they received their items. Except that they are unable to sell and they have debts to repay. The situation becomes unbearable, "says he.

The solution according peddlers: that the mayor allowed to work in the streets until the end of the year. The common front street vendors made a request to this effect at the town hall yesterday. They are, however, still opposed to a possible relocation instead of trucks.