By Matalay Kollie
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has moved against several water vendors accused of illegally increasing the price of water, describing the practice as exploitative and a violation of national regulations.
According to the Ministry, water trucks involved in the alleged price hikes were arrested as part of enforcement actions aimed at protecting consumers from unfair market practices.
The Ministry said exploiting citizens through unjustified price increases will not be tolerated, stressing that essential commodities such as water must remain accessible and fairly priced for all residents.
Officials noted that water is a critical basic need and warned that any attempt to take advantage of consumers, particularly during periods of economic pressure, would attract strict sanctions.
The enforcement action is part of ongoing efforts by the Ministry to monitor market activities and ensure compliance with pricing regulations across the country.
Authorities have urged the public to report cases of price exploitation and assured that monitoring teams will continue to conduct inspections to prevent similar incidents.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining fairness in the distribution and sale of essential goods, emphasizing that market stability is key to protecting consumers and supporting national welfare.
Further actions are expected as investigations continue into individuals and companies suspected of engaging in illegal pricing practices.
