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Industry and Commerce Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu said that the government has stepped up efforts this upcoming festive season to combat smuggling and the trade in counterfeit products, which pose risks to public health and the economy.
Ndlovu admitted the influx of illegally imported goods, such as baby formula, detergents, and harmful substances, has been a long-standing issue.
However, he stated that the government has implemented measures to safeguard the public from potential harm while supporting the local manufacturing sector.
These measures include the deployment of personnel to marketplaces and border points to intercept and eliminate smuggled and counterfeit products. Said Ndlovu:
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We want to ensure that smuggled and counterfeit goods do not enter Zimbabwe this December. Our goal is to protect consumers from potential violations during this period.
We have declared war on counterfeit goods and are strengthening our institutions to tackle this issue effectively.
This will significantly reduce the influx of counterfeit and substandard products, which are particularly prevalent during this season.
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The increase in smuggled goods on the local market is primarily fueled by porous borders and high demand for cheaper alternatives.
Areas like Mbare and downtown Harare have been identified as hotspots where unscrupulous traders repackage substandard products to deceive consumers.
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The government of Zimbabwe is working hard to stop people from bringing in fake and bad food and other things from other countries. They want to keep people safe and help local businesses. They are sending people to places where these fake things are sold to stop them from being sold. They are also making sure everyone knows that these things are not good for them. People are bringing in fake things because it's cheaper, but the government wants to stop this. They are focusing on places like Mbare and downtown Harare where people sell fake things to trick others.

Zimbabwe "Declares War" On Smuggled, Counterfeit Groceries Ahead Of Christmas

Illegally imported counterfeit goods, including soft drinks, detergents, and baby formula, have flooded the Zimbabwean market, posing serious health and economic risks.
A recent market surveillance by the Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) revealed that the influx is driven by porous borders and high demand for cheaper alternatives.
Some of the smuggled products were found with toxic additives, pathogens, and spoiled ingredients.
These dangerous goods can cause foodborne illnesses, allergic reactions, and long-term health issues.
Small retail shops in Mbare and downtown Harare are hubs for repackaging substandard goods.
Low-grade rice is being rebranded as premium Mahatma rice, and counterfeit Mazoe orange juice from Zambia is widely available.
Responding to questions from <a href="https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/smuggled-counterfeits-goods-flood-zim">The Sunday Mail</a>, CPC research and public affairs manager Kudakwashe Mudereri said:
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The commission took part in market surveillance and intelligence gathering ahead of an anticipated anti-smuggling blitz.
The commission focused on the proliferation of smuggled, counterfeits and substandard products in the market. It was noted that the market is flooded with products from Zambia, South Africa and Mozambique.
The products included soft drinks, sugar, flour, infant formula, detergents… The commission has also noted that there is an increase in the availability of smuggled, counterfeit and substandard electrical gadgets, gas tanks and solar panels in the market.
These products often contain harmful substances, including toxic additives, pathogens and spoiled ingredients, which can lead to severe health issues such as food-borne illnesses, allergic reactions and long-term chronic conditions.
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Mudereri said the counterfeit goods not only undermined local industries, resulting in revenue losses and job cuts within sectors such as agriculture and retail, but also eroded consumer trust, destabilised the market and jeopardised the community’s well-being. He said:
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The practice of selling counterfeit/fake products is more prevalent in Mbare and other hotspot areas, where various products are being repackaged using wrong packaging, thereby deceiving and short-changing unsuspecting consumers.
Some of the products which were allegedly being repackaged were rice, wherein these unscrupulous individuals took low-grade or substandard rice and repackaged it as Mahatma rice…
Selling of smuggled goods such as Coke soft drinks, Powerplus drinks, Mazoe Orange Crush, and Lactogen, which are being smuggled from Mozambique and Botswana, is very common in downtown tuckshops.
Tuckshops selling these products are suspected of being owned by foreigners from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia; therefore, there is a need for further investigations by the Immigration Department of Zimbabwe.
Mazoe from Zambia; sugar from Malawi; makanyanisi, Castle Lite, Detroit, Corona, Bahama, Hunters, Mayfair and Cremora from South Africa; Cerevita and Impilo mealie meal from DRC; Minute Maid from Zambia have also been observed to be flooding Zimbabwean markets.
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People are bringing fake stuff into Zimbabwe, like soft drinks and baby formula, which can be dangerous. The border is not well controlled, so the bad goods come in easily. These fake products can make you sick and cause big problems. Some shops are tricking people by putting bad rice in good rice packages. The country is losing money and jobs because of this. It's important to stop this and keep everyone safe.

Illegally Imported Counterfeit Goods Flood Zimbabwe

Two men from Harare have been ordered to perform unpaid community service and pay fines after being caught selling underweight sugar.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Ernest Gwetsai (30) from Glenview 1 and Forget Dzapasi from Glen Norah A were recently convicted in the Harare Magistrates’ Court on two counts related to the sale of falsely labelled and underweight sugar.
The duo was found guilty of delivering products with misleading labels and selling goods without invoices.
They sold “Star Brands 2kg” brown sugar, which was found to be underweight, ranging from 1.243 to 1.330 kg per pack.
The illegal activities were uncovered by police detectives, who purchased a case of the sugar from KKK shop at Target Building, Corner Bute and Rezende St, Harare, in June 2024.
Subsequent investigations revealed that Gwetsai and Dzapasi were the suppliers of the sugar, but they could not provide any documentation for a second consignment delivered to the same shop. They were unable to explain the lack of invoices or delivery notes for the goods.
As a result, the two men were sentenced to 12 months in prison, with four months suspended for five years.
An additional eight months were suspended on the condition that they complete 210 hours of community service.
They were also fined US$100 for selling goods without invoices.
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Two men from Harare were caught selling sugar that was lighter than what the label said. They were found guilty in court for this. They were selling sugar without invoices. The police discovered this when they bought the sugar from a store in Harare. The men were sentenced to 12 months in prison, but some of the time was suspended. They also have to do community service and pay a fine. This shows that it is important to sell products honestly and accurately.

Two Harare Traders In Court For Selling Underweight Sugar

Counterfeit grocery items have flooded Bulawayo’s informal markets, raising concern that this put the health of consumers at risk.
As reported by <a href="https://www.zbcnews.co.zw/business/consumers-grapple-with-counterfeit-groceries/">ZBC News</a>, counterfeit products have filled informal shops mostly found along busy streets in high-density suburbs.
The products include dishwashing liquid, baked beans, toothpaste and Mazoe, and are often sold at significantly lower prices compared to genuine products.
Some of the counterfeits have blurry labels, misspelt brand names, and flimsier packaging.
A Bulawayo resident who spoke to ZBC News said the products are cheaper and in some cases, it is difficult to detect that they are counterfeit. Said the consumer:
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The products are cheaper compared to those in the formal shops and this makes one to prefer them. I have come across fake toothpaste. You use it and realise this is not [genuine] and what hurts is that l would have bought it and no one will refund me.
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A vendor said that the products are locally available and cheaper than South African imports. The vendor said:
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We buy them locally, from some people here downtown. They come here as early as five am and they tell us the products are from Harare and they are affordable compared to the same products coming from South Africa. As someone doing business, we buy the cheaper ones to have profit.
Most of our products we get them from Botswana or South Africa. We buy Mazoe from Botswana and sell it at US$3 compared to the local price and any general person will buy the cheaper one.
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However, Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) Chairperson, Mthokozisi Nkosi, urged authorities to clamp down on suppliers of counterfeit products. He said:
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We urge consumers to be vigilant and only buy from reputable sources. Look for genuine brand markings, check expiry dates, and if something seems too good to be true, it probably is.
We also call on the responsible authorities to crack down on the production and distribution of these counterfeit goods.
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Mpilo Hospital Clinical Director, Dr Solwayo Ngwenya warned that counterfeit products may have long-term health implications for the public. He said:
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Some of the foodstuffs have heavy impurities such as heavy chemicals and metals and may interfere with people’s hormones and in the long term be associated with cancer.
We need collaboration between health officials, consumer protection agencies, and law enforcement to tackle this issue.
Public awareness campaigns are also crucial to educate people about the risks of foodstuffs produced in factories that are not safe and certified.
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