Economic activity in the Tinetti Market, located in the eastern part of San Salvador, has seen significant revitalization following the relocation of more than 700 self-employed vendors. These individuals, previously part of the informal sector, have now secured designated stalls within the market, contributing to the area’s economic resurgence.

As part of the ongoing revitalization plan for the Historic Center of San Salvador, the mayor’s office has undertaken various measures to ensure the proper relocation of vendors. Irvin Rodríguez, head of the Technical Unit for Commerce in Public Spaces, emphasized the importance of these efforts, stating that over 2,000 vendors have already been relocated to different markets, with more than 700 opting for a space inside the Tinetti Market.

“The merchants who were previously located on Delgado Street, the former library site, 8th Avenue South, 6th Avenue South, and 3rd Street West have now settled here. They chose to do so voluntarily during the dialogue process. More than 700 merchants have joined us to revitalize this market, which had long been neglected due to insecurity in the area,” Rodríguez explained.

The relocated vendors have expressed satisfaction with the improvements, highlighting the enhanced working conditions in the market. Alexandra Mónico, a beauty salon owner in Tinetti Market, shared her experience: “Since we moved here, things have improved. At first, I was apprehensive; it seemed like no one was interested in the market. But now, things have changed. The market has a fresh new look. The old site had poor connections, and we had to carry water. Here, we have electricity and running water.”

Rodríguez further noted that an urban transformation has been implemented within the market to encourage visits from both buyers and vendors, creating a more welcoming environment for economic activity.

She emphasized that the “new awakening of the Tinetti Market” is part of Mayor Mario Durán’s broader strategy to recover public spaces, with markets playing a key role in these urban development efforts. As a result, the market is now a thriving hub for various businesses, including food stalls, hairstyling services, and cell phone repair shops, strengthening the local economy and improving the quality of life for vendors and shoppers alike.