Mzuzu Lubinga Market inferno destroys seven shops on Devil Street

A dawn blaze consumed seven commercial establishments at Lubinga Market within Mzuzu City, devastating traders along the bustling Devil Street corridor. Market area chairperson Fostino Banda reported that emergency responders arrived after flames had already engulfed the structures, prompting angry merchants to dismiss the firefighting crew. The incident's origin remains undetermined as authorities continue their investigation. Hardware retailer Wezzie Chunda experienced compounded losses when opportunistic thieves exploited the disorder to steal merchandise valued at more than K2 million. Mzuzu Police have launched inquiries to identify both the fire's cause and perpetrators who engaged in looting during the emergency response period.