Mzuzu City Paralyzed After Demonstrations: Shop Owners Feel Economic Pinch

Mzuzu, Malawi - A city-wide shutdown was observed in Mzuzu today, 6th May 2025 as shop owners closed their premises in response to demonstrations that took place earlier in the day. 

The demonstrations, which drew large crowds, have left the city eerily quiet, with visible economic implications for local business owners.

Eyewitnesses reported that the demonstrations were largely peaceful, but the aftermath has seen a significant impact on the local economy. 

Many shop owners, who had opened their businesses as usual in the morning, were forced to close down as the demonstrations intensified.

"I've lost a significant amount of business today," said one shop owner, who wished to remain anonymous. "The demonstrations may have been a form of expression, but it's us, the small business owners, who are bearing the brunt of the economic loss."

The shutdown has resulted in a substantial loss of revenue for shop owners, with some estimating losses of up to 50% of their daily earnings. The impact is expected to be felt in the coming days, with some businesses potentially struggling to recover.