Parliament launches inquiry into fuel pricing, summons Local Government secretary over proliferation of service stations

Zimbabwe's parliamentary Energy Committee is investigating high fuel prices and the controversial proliferation of service stations in residential areas. Officials from the Ministry of Local Government have been summoned to explain the licensing process for these stations.
Why it matters
The inquiry addresses public concerns regarding economic hardship and urban safety regulations in Zimbabwe.
AN inquiry into fuel pricing is underway as Zimbabweans continue to pay high prices for the petroleum products, Energy and Power Development Parliamentary Committee Chairperson Charlton Hwende has said.
The report balances government explanations with parliamentary criticism and public complaints.
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