DAR ES SALAAM, April 10 -- WHOLESALE fruit prices across various markets in Dar es Salaam have shown mixed trends between February and March, with some commodities recording slight increases due to transport challenges caused by ongoing rains in production areas.

According to a recently report released by the Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade), a price analysis conducted in Buguruni, Tandale, Ilala, Mabibo, Temeke and Tandika markets indicates that while some fruits have increased in price, others have declined or remained unchanged.

The report shows that the price of oranges has risen by 150 per cent, from 200/- to 500/- per piece, while bananas increased by 33 per cent, from 150/- to 200/- each. The increase reflects high...