The 'Queen' of Palapye's streets

Friday, May 29, 2020

Walking tall: Kebotswang has been in the business for 13 years PIC: KOKETSO KGOBOGE

PALAPYE: Following the government’s relaxation of the lockdown, which had choked the life out of the informal sector, adversely affected street vendors and hawkers are struggling to get back to their feet.

Omphemetse ‘Queen’ Kebotswang, who has been trading as a street vendor for the past 13 years, is amongst the underprivileged members of the society here that were pushed into the corner by the mandatory lockdown.

Queen sells fruits and vegetables, airtime and sweets. Her shelter is located at the Engen Mall in front of Hungry Lion Restaurant.

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The 'Queen' of Palapye's streets

PALAPYE: Following the government’s relaxation of the lockdown, which had choked the life out of the informal sector, adversely affected street vendors and hawkers are struggling to get back to their feet.

Relay team hunts elusive gold

Nico launch late Houdini act

GU face Galaxy hurdle in title defence

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UB Rhinos on the charge

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