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Selling fake masks and sanitizers will attract hefty penalties

The Anti Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has warned that those selling fake masks and sanitizers risk paying three times the total value of the fake items in their possession and jail terms as guided by the courts.

Speaking to The Standard, ACA Chief Executive Officer Elema Halake said those taking advantage of the Covid-19 pandemic risk such extreme penalties upon being found guilty.

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