Lusaka November 2017 Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket Report
Date
2017-11-30Author
Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection
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Abstract
This survey was conducted on 27th November 2017 by the Social & Economic Development Programme of the Jesuit Centre for
Theological Reflection. Average prices were calculated on the basis of prices gathered from retail outlets at Northmead, Shoprite (Cairo
Road), City Market, Chawama, Chainda, Kabwata, Matero and schools, clinics/hospitals and filling stations around Lusaka. The November
Basic Needs Basket is approximately US$488 based upon the exchange rate of K10.09 prevailing on the days of data collection. Please
note that other monthly costs would include personal care, clothing, recreation, etc.