Market Day in Magugu

As we passed through the small village of Magugu, we witnessed Market Day. Only one Sunday of each month, people gather from many villages to buy and sell everything from fruits and vegetables to foam mattresses.

One very successful shopper must have been having a difficult time transporting all of his goods home.

(Looks like the Clampet's vehicle, doesn't it?)

Magugu is known for its high-quality, aromatic rice. Since it is the time of rice harvest now, I suspect many people were travelling quite a distance to get a good price. Bayo reported that if he buys it directly from the factory in Magugu, he is able to buy it for approximately 30% cheaper than in the market. So, he planned to take advantage of that discount and purchase 4-5 months' worth!