Sachet water prices, others to increase from October 31.

Sachet water prices, others to increase from October 31.

Sachet water will cost 60 pesewas instead of 50 pesewas as of October 31 due to Ghana's rising cost of living.

The price of a bag of sachet water, which many Ghanaians rely on due to the scarce availability of drinkable water, will be GH¢10.

However, these suggested prices could go up depending on the retailer.

In a statement, the National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers noted that “in the open market, consumers may expect to purchase a bag of sachet water between GH¢12.00 and GH15.00 depending on the shop location.”

The prices for the various sizes of bottled water will range from GH¢2.50 to GH¢5.00.

The makers of sachet water attribute the hike to growing input costs and fuel prices.

For instance, it stated that the Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association (GPMA) has announced new costs for the plastic films and preforms used in the packaging of sachets and bottles of water.

“As a result, most packaged water producers are currently unable to purchase materials to the expected levels while others are not operating as they cannot afford the losses of 45% on their working capital,” the statement noted.