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Flea Market Bulawayo
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Flea Market
📖 Bulawayo's flea market scene is a vibrant hub for resellers, offering a diverse array of goods that cater to various niches. The Makokoba (eKhayisweni) Market, also known as eMkambo, is particularly noteworthy for its organized sections where resellers can find everything from fresh produce and traditional medicine to clothing and building materials. Meanwhile, the Bulawayo City Hall Curios Market is a prime spot for cultural artifacts, regalia, and art products, often attracting tourists looking for unique souvenirs. Resellers often discover second-hand clothing bales, especially branded sportswear and denim, which are consistently in high demand among the city's youth and broader demographics due to their affordability and style. An insider tip for Bulawayo resellers is to focus on sourc
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Makokoba (eKhayisweni) Market
📍 Bulawayo
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Address
Makokoba, Bulawayo
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Open
Daily, approx. 7:00 - 18:00
Bulawayo's oldest township hosts this bustling market, the city's equivalent of Mbare. It's a vibrant hub for traditional medicine, hardware, crafts, and second-hand goods.
💰 What to buy here
Traditional Herbs & Medicine
Buy$1-5 USD per bundle
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Sell onlineN/A - for local knowledge, not resale
A fascinating cultural insight. Ask vendors about the uses, but be respectful. Not suitable for online resale due to regulations.
Informal Hardware & Tools
Buy$5-20 USD
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Sell online$20-50 USD on local classifieds for unique items
You can find hard-to-find parts and locally fabricated tools. A great source for practical, not just decorative, items.
Handmade Furniture
Buy$20-60 USD for small items
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Sell online$50-150 USD on Facebook Marketplace (local pickup only)
Look for simple, sturdy pieces made from local wood. Quality can vary, so check joints and stability.
Tip:The market is organized by product type; the hardware and traditional medicine sections are particularly unique. Engage with vendors; many are artisans selling their own work.
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Bulawayo City Hall Curios Market
📍 Bulawayo
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Address
Fife St & Leopold Takawira Ave, Bulawayo
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Open
Daily, approx. 9:00 - 17:00
Located conveniently in the city center car park, this market specializes in curios and crafts aimed at both locals and tourists. It's a key place for Ndebele crafts.
💰 What to buy here
Ndebele Beadwork
Buy$5-20 USD
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Sell online$25-70 USD on Etsy or specialist forums
Authentic pieces have intricate geometric patterns. Look for older items with glass beads, which are more valuable.
Leather Goods (Sandals, Belts)
Buy$10-25 USD
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Sell online$30-60 USD on Classifieds.co.zw
Check the quality of the stitching and the thickness of the leather. Often made from game hide.
Carved Soapstone Game Boards
Buy$15-30 USD
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Sell online$50-100 USD on eBay
Look for traditional games like Tsoro or Morabaraba. Heavier, polished stones are of better quality.
Tip:This market was established in 1951. Talk to the vendors, especially the chairman, to understand the history and find the best quality pieces.