THE Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) says the cost of living for a family of five in Lusaka increased by K302.52 in August, now standing at K12, 000.94. JCTR Executive Director Fr Daniel Mutale says the increase reflects the continued high cost of living and the growing difficulty many households face in meeting their basic needs with limited incomes. Speaking at a press briefing, Thursday, Fr Mutale said the highest basket was recorded in Lusaka, followed by Ndola at K10, 444.93 and Solwezi at K10, 365.22. “The Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket (BNNB) for a family of five in Lusaka stood at ZMW12, 000.94 in August from ZMW 11,698.42 in July, an increase...

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