Lusaka April 2017 Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket Report

This survey was conducted on 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 Northmead, Shoprite (Cairo Road), City Market, Chawama, Chainda, Kabwata, Matero and schools, clinics/hospitals and filling stations around Lusaka. The April Basic Needs Basket is approximately US$534 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