Kasama April 2017 Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket Report
Abstract
This survey was conducted on 26th – 27th April, 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 Tazara, chambeshi, chikumanino, Newtown and shoprite around Kasama. The April Basic Needs Basket is approximately US$328 based upon the exchange rate of K9.31 prevailing on the days of data collection. Please note that other monthly costs would include personal care, clothing, recreation, etc.