Steve Jumbe

Steve Jumbe is a street vendor in Lilongwe who specializes in selling second-hand clothes. He has become a vocal figure in the ongoing conflict between street vendors and city authorities following the Lilongwe City Council's ban on street vending. Jumbe argues that his livelihood depends on daily sales in the streets and criticizes the authorities for selective enforcement of the vending laws, suggesting that political motivations influence when enforcement occurs. His comments reflect the broader frustrations of many vendors who feel they are unfairly targeted outside of election periods.