Chipata March 2017 Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket Report

This survey was conducted on 26th - 27th March, 2017 by the Social and Economic Development Programme of the Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection. Average prices were calculated on the basis of surveys conducted at Kapata market, Saturday market, Shoprite, Navutika market, Kaumbwe market and Magazine market in Chipata. The March Basic Needs Basket is approximately US$271 based upon the exchange rate of K9.56 per US$ prevailing on the days of data collection. Please note that other monthly costs would include personal care, clothing, recreation, etc.