NEW Heritage Party president Chishala Kateka says the anticipated fuel hike this weekend will cause a further spike in the cost of essential commodities. In an interview, Tuesday, Kateka said Zambians were already suffering and tightening their belts further would cut them into two pieces. “There comes a breaking point when citizens cannot just bear anymore. Yes, we understand the international fuel situation where a barrel of oil has gone up to $100, of course it is expensive and that is why it is very key for the government to cushion citizens in times like this. We are really concerned about what is happening. When the pump price goes up, you are likely to see the already high cost of...

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