Mpika February 2023 Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket Report

This survey was conducted on 25th February, by the Social and Economic Development Programme of the Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection. Average Prices were Calculated on the basis of prices gathered from retail outlets at Musakanya, Kamwanya, New Tazara, Chitulika, Chilongo as well as Schools, clinics/hospitals, and filling stations around Mpika. The Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket is approximately US$ 317.30 based on the exchange rate of K 19.76 other costs would include personal care, clothing, recreation, etc.