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Message: [QUOTE="Nehanda, post: 23206, member: 2262"] Parents are feeling the strain of higher prices for school uniforms and supplies as the new term approaches. Many families in Harare spent yesterday searching for deals, going from store to store to find the best prices. The cost of items like paper and uniforms has gone up since last month. One parent said a ream of paper used to cost three dollars but now costs four dollars. She said it's important to shop around to avoid paying too much. Stores are staying open longer to help busy families get what they need. Some open as early as 5 a.m. and close as late as 6:30 p.m., giving parents more time to shop. Stores are selling more school supplies this year than last year. Parents seem eager to buy new things for the start of the term. They want fresh notebooks, pens, and pencils. This shows they want their kids to have the tools to do well in school. [/QUOTE]