Some service stations which were overcharging fuel have had their licences withdrawn by the government. Information Minister Monica Mu...
Some service stations which were overcharging fuel have had
their licences withdrawn by the government.
Information Minister Monica Mutsvangwa said to protect the
public, Cabinet resolved to “vigorously” enforce regulations which outlaw the
three-tier pricing system and sanction those found on the wrong side of the
law.
“Government has withdrawn licences of some fuel service
stations caught engaging in irregular trade practices. Government also observed that the availability
of fuel had significantly improved amid high hopes that the situation should
normalise in a few days’ time. Cabinet, once again wishes to reaffirm its
commitment to bringing normalcy to the situation as soon as possible.”
Energy Minister Dr Joram Gumbo said
Glow Petroleum had three of its service stations shut down for overcharging.
“Overcharging was the main reason for closing those service
stations. ZERA regulates the prices of diesel and petrol and if you overcharge
you get disciplined. This is really what happened. They got punished because
they were charging above the recommended prices.”
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