The Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) has noted with concern reports regarding the conduct by some traders who are tying the sale of sugar to the purchase of other goods from the respective shops.
CFTC would like to emphasize that selling goods conditional upon the purchase of other goods or services is a violation of Section 32(2)(d) of the Competition and Fair Trading Act (CFTA). This conduct is also unreasonable and unconscionable and is, therefore, a violation of section 43 (1)(g) of the CFTA.
Traders are, therefore, warned that the CFTC will take to task anyone found engaging in this malpractice. Consumers and the general public are also encouraged to report such malpractices to CFTC
The general public is further informed that, that since January 2024, CFTC has launched investigations against five chain stores for various offences that relate to the sale of sugar such as hoarding of sugar with an intention to sell at higher prices; charging higher prices for sugar while issuing lower valued receipts; and charging exorbitant prices for the product.
CFTC is once again encouraging the general public to be very proactive in reporting any possible violations including the above mentioned malpractices through the following:
- Toll Free Line 2489
- WhatsApp +265 987 738 749
For media enquiries on this statement, contact Innocent Helema on +265 880 725 075 or email innocent.helema@cftc.mw.
Lloyds Vincent Nkhoma
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR