CFTC fires warning shots to shop owners tying Sugar to other goods

The Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued a stern warning to traders who are tying sugar to the purchase of other goods.

According to a statement signed by CFTC Executive Director, Lloyds Nkhoma, the Commission has received reports regarding the conduct by some traders who are tying the sale of sugar to the purchase of other goods from the respective shops.

The Commission emphasized 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).

Adding that the conduct is also unreasonable and unconscionable and is, therefore, a violation of section 43 (1)(g) of the CFTA.