FAECAL CONTAMINATION FORCES TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF HUNGRY LION CHILANGA

Chilanga Town Council has temporarily closed the Hungry Lion outlet in Chilanga following public health inspections conducted on February 4, 2025.

Council Public Relations Officer Luayando Sikazwe confirmed that food and water samples collected from the restaurant were analyzed by the UTH Food and Drugs Laboratory, revealing faecal contamination in the water used for food preparation. Additionally, tests detected Staphylococcus aureus in cooked chicken, indicating food contamination.

“In light of these findings and in the interest of public health and safety, the outlet will remain closed until a proper water treatment system is installed and subsequent laboratory tests confirm the water is safe,” Sikazwe stated.

The local authority has urged the public to take note of the closure and assured consumers that stringent measures are being enforced to protect their health.
By Best Jere