The roof of the public market at Nieuw Nickerie is full of holes which is why it leaks whenever it rains. When it rains the market vendors have to open their umbrellas to stay dry. Most of the market vendors stay home whenever it rains because they know what awaits them at the market. The market requires renovations urgently. The market vendors complained about the fact that many promises are made but that nothing is actually done. Many tourists visit the public market while many of the locals look forward to meeting each other at the market when they go there to buy fruits, vegetables, fish and meat. The vendors made it clear that the market must be waterproof and tourist friendly. They expect officials to commence with the renovations soon. …[+]