This image captures a bustling open-air market scene in Machakos Central ward, Kenya

This image captures a bustling open-air market scene in Machakos Central ward, Kenya. The market is housed under a semi-permanent structure with a corrugated metal roof supported by visible metal and wooden beams. Bright sunlight penetrates from overhead and the periphery, creating a strong glare in the upper central portion of the frame. The ground appears to be packed dirt. In the immediate foreground, a young child, approximately 3-5 years old, wearing a pink "adidas" sweatshirt, a grey pleated skirt, and dark tights, walks forward while actively consuming a large slice of watermelon. Adjacent to and slightly behind the child, an adult female wearing a blue and white athletic zip-up jacket over a light top and dark pants is also walking. To the right of these individuals, a prominent display of fresh green leafy vegetables, including several large bundles of collard greens or similar produce, is arranged on a burlap-covered stall surface. Some vegetables are contained within a white plastic basin. In the midground, the market extends with multiple vendors and customers. Several women are seated or standing behind their stalls. One woman on the right is partially visible, wearing a light-colored top and a dark apron, appearing to be engaged with items on her stall. Large green sacks filled with produce are visible behind some vendors. Further into the background, the market is densely populated with people and various stalls, some covered with tarpaulins. Clothing items are visible hanging for sale on a stall at the far right. The overall scene depicts a vibrant commercial environment.