Commotion In Mzuzu Forces Closure Of Businesses

Information reaching us now indicates that indicates that a commotion has resurfaced in Mzuzu as people began organizing themselves for demonstrations.

As they were about to set tires ablaze, unknown men armed with pangas appeared and dispersed them.

Business operations have been suspended, with shops closing and taxi ranks emptying.

Yesterday, running battles ensued between police and vendors in Mzuzu following protests against the rising prices of goods.

The protests led to police firing tear gas to disperse the vendors and other demonstrators.