Kenya: Booming Business for Nakuru Curio Traders

CURIO traders in Nakuru have recorded increased sales of their carvings and sculptures following an influx of tourists. Since the beginning of this month they have received tourists who buy wares in bulk. "Last year we had a few who bought more than 10 curios but this time round, beginning at the end June, we are getting more buying in huge quantities," said Lucas Maina, curio trader.

Although curio prices have increased by an average of Sh100, the rate of sales remains high since the beginning of this month. Maina said the sales were poor last year. Depending on the carvings or sculpture and size, the prices range from Sh500 to Sh10,000. Most of them reflect the traditions, customs and religious beliefs of African communities. "Most tourists like the carvings that symbolise wildlife and the natural African beauty. We are now stocking many of them," said Mary Wahinya, a curio trader.

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