Parliament Debates Domestic Procurement Law

Zimbabwean Parliamentarians are weighing new legislation to mandate local companies procure domestically produced goods. This initiative, confirmed by a senior lawmaker, also includes efforts to secure cross-border agreements to stop the influx of counterfeit products.The country has experienced a significant rise in fake goods, from food to household items, often illegally imported. This proposed law aims to bolster local industries and safeguard consumer interests against substandard products.The legislation seeks to reduce the flow of counterfeit items and stimulate local manufacturing. A move to reshape industrial practices.