Mzuzu City Faces Waste Management Crisis

 

Mzuzu City Faces Waste Management Crisis

by Adrian Simango

Mzuzu market vendors have raised concerns over uncollected garbage, which they say is creating a health hazard and an unsightly environment among them.

One of disposal site in Mzuzu: creating bad
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One of the vendors Chimwemwe Saidi said “the piles of waste that have been left unattended for an extended period of time continue to bring frustration among business operators and their customers. If this continues it might bring some health-related problems hence called upon relevant stakeholders to quickly on the matter. "she said.

In response to these concerns, MacDonald Gondwe, spokesperson for the Mzuzu City Council, acknowledged the issue saying “We are aware of the problem this is happening due to a critical shortage of functional waste collection vehicles.one operational refuse collection truck serving a large population, the council is struggling to keep up with demand. We have not abandoned our duties. The council is actively working on plans to normalize waste collection services.”He said

As concerns mount, mayor Chiyembekezo Moses expressed commitment to resolving the waste management crisis. “We understand the urgency of this issue, and we are dedicated to take the necessary steps to restore effective waste collection services, the people of Mzuzu will see change and the city will be back to normal, and all stakeholders will be involved in dealing within this waste management." he said.

Chiyembekezo: people of Mzuzu will see
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The community is hopeful that these statements will translate into swift action, alleviating the frustrations caused by inadequate waste management.

Comments

  1. Berthaphiri7 April 2026 at 11:10

    Eeeh mavendor woo nawo umve amantayapo

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  2. CLAUDIA MARY MHONE7 April 2026 at 11:26

    At least anena they understand the level of the problem, 😂😅

    ReplyDelete
  3. Fyness8 April 2026 at 01:39

    city council ipangepo kanthu

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