Information reaching our news desk indicates that a fire has gutted several shops at the Mkanda Market in Mchinji district.

According to Blessings Muve, who operates at the market, the blaze was caused by petrol stored near a cooking area.

The fire spread rapidly, burning electrical wires and destroying numerous items, including those in Chipiku’s shop.

Muve added that the area is densely populated, making it difficult to extinguish the fire.

As of now, police and district officials are yet to comment on the matter.

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