Business Halted as Lilongwe Vendors Demonstrate Over Price Hikes

Business has come to a halt in Old Town, Lilongwe, as secondhand clothes vendors stage a protest against the rising prices of used clothing bales.

The vendors say the continuous price hikes are severely affecting their businesses, making it difficult to earn a living. In response, they have decided to suspend operations for the day and have also urged wholesalers to keep their shops closed in solidarity.

They are calling on authorities to intervene and find a solution to the escalating costs that are threatening their livelihoods.

Currently, the vendors are on their to parliament building in Lilongwe where they will present their grievances.

More details to come…