Lusaka August 2016 Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket Report

This survey was conducted on 26th to27 th August 2016 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 August Basic Needs Basket is approximately US$492 based upon the exchange rate of K9.90 prevailing on the days of data collection. Please note that other monthly costs would include personal care, clothing, recreation, etc