Fire has partially gutted Chief CHIFUNDA’s Palce in Chama District of Eastern Province , burning some of the property .
Eastern Province Police Commissioner ROBERTSON MWEEMBA confirmed the incident, stating that it occurred yesterday, 12 September 2025, around 12:30 hours.
Mr. MWEEMBA said CHABWELA NGUNI, aged 45, a chief retainer for Chief CHIFUNDA, reported the incident on behalf of the Chief and the cause of the fire is not yet known.
Mr. MWEEMBA says the total value of property which was destroyed has not been established , further stating that an inquiry has been opened to ascertain the cause of the fire.
In an interview with ZNBC News, Chief CHIFUNDA confirmed the incident and expressed gratitude to community members who assisted in salvaging some of the household items before the fire was extinguished.
The Traditional Leader has appealed to Government to expedite the construction of his palace, under the Government Chief Palaces construction project.
(Image used for illustration)Source: ZNBC