China Square Mall To Close Temporarily: Here's Why
The shopping centre stated that the decision to close down the shop for a day will allow for...
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China Square Limited announced on Saturday, February 25 that its premises will be closed temporarily on Sunday, February 26.
The shopping centre stated that the decision to close down the shop for a day will allow for the re-evaluation of its strategy to better serve its customers.
It is also working on a collaboration with local traders while defending its move to increase its offerings and integrate with the community in a better fashion.
Entrance to China Square mall. /FILE
"We regret to inform you that China Square Limited will be temporarily closed on Sunday, 26th February 2023. This decision has been made to allow us to re-evaluate and replan our company strategy, in order to better serve our customers and meet their needs.
"We are also considering the possibility of cooperating with local traders to enhance our offerings and better integrate with the community," China Square stated in part.
The popular shopping facility issued an apology for any inconvenience the temporary disruption may cause and expressed hope on its customers understanding its need to take this action.
"Our commitment to providing you with the highest level of service remains as strong as ever, and we look forward to reopening on Monday, February 27, 2023, with a renewed focus on meeting your expectations," added China Square.
The mall, located next to Kenyatta University is said to be a hub for products and businesses, selling everything from electronics to clothing.
China Square gained attention for creating a versatile shopping centre that some social media users claimed was challenging the dominance of Eastleigh, Kamukunji, and Dubois Road in the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD).
The Gikomba, Nyamakima, Muthurwa, and Eastleigh Traders Associations, which Kuria mentioned in his tweet, are well-known organizations that represent traders in Nairobi's bustling markets. These markets are often seen as the lifeblood of Kenya's economy, providing affordable goods and services to millions of people as well as supporting livelihoods.
The Thika Road-based mall was a hive of activities as Kenyans flocked to its premises after the online buzz sparked across social media platforms.
The online hype generated around the mall led to long queues which characterised the experience for the customers as Kenyans from different parts visited the mall, described as a one-stop shop for several products.
Products available in the mall, according to the experiences shared, include stationery, furniture, home decoration items, cleaning supplies, hardware store and electrical appliances.
Earlier on, Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria hinted at plans to lease the space to local traders.
"I have today given an offer to Prof. Wainaina the VC Kenyatta University to buy out the lease for China Square, Unicity Mall and hand it over to the Gikomba, Nyamakima, Muthurwa & Eastleigh Traders Association. We welcome Chinese investors to Kenya as manufacturers, not traders," he stated on Friday, February 24.
Trade CS, Moses Kuria, during a past media address. /MINISTRY OF INVESTMENTS, TRADE & INDUSTRY
