Prices head north despite engagements

Prices have continued on an upward trajectory in the new year despite marathon meetings by the new government led by President Emmerson Mnangagwa with retailers and manufacturers aiming to curb increments.

The price increments have been largely on basic commodities and are attributed to higher costs on the supply side. This has led to ripple effects in the meat and retail sectors, takeaways and the fast food industry, wholesalers and retailers and on consumers.

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