INDUSTRY and Commerce Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu yesterday attributed artificial shortages of basic commodities gripping the country to panic-buying. He said industry had adequate capacity to meet consumer demand.
Speaking after touring some of the major producers of basic commodities, wholesalers and retailers in Harare yesterday, Minister Ndlovu said all key producers and suppliers were receiving facilitation from Government to be able to meet demand.
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