The Kaveera Basket
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This week’s Kaveera Basket
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1FOOD PRICE OBSERVATIONS
1MARKETS COVERED
2026-09-26LAST MARKET UPDATE
What do you need to decide?
What should your weekly food shop cost?Compare observed prices for the same item and unit across markets.This week’s Kaveera Basket →Want to know when your staples change price?Ask for an alert for an item and market you actually use.Food price alerts →Would shopping at another market save enough to justify the journey?Choose your market, compare the same item and unit, then account for your return transport fare.Compare market prices →Will your chosen groceries fit your weekly budget?Choose quantities and a market to estimate your basket from observed prices.Plan your food budget →Is that special offer cheaper for the same size?Compare valid deal dates and package sizes with ordinary market prices.Supermarket deals →Where can you buy fresh food near home?See indexed sellers and prices, then ask for current availability.Find fresh produce sellers →Does the packaged product fit your budget?Check brand, grade and package size before comparing a price.Compare food brands and loose options →Need market evidence for a programme?Request coverage and methods for your location and basket.Food security data requests →What changed in local food prices?Review observed market changes with dates and sample coverage.Food price report →How has the same basket changed over time?Only comparable, complete baskets can produce a valid trend.Kaveera food price index →
Latest observations
| Item | Market | Unit | Observed price | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sim sim | Owino market | 1 kg | UGX 5,600 | 2026-09-26 | Check this price |