Staff Reporter
Potato prices in Kisoro district have surged in the past week, causing worry among both consumers and vendors.
According to a recent survey conducted by our reporter, there has been a significant increase in prices. A sack of Kinigye potatoes, which previously cost between 200,000 to 250,000 shillings, now ranges from 200,000 to 250,000 shillings. Similarly, the price of a sack of gwangume potatoes has risen from 150,000 to 200,000 shillings.
Furthermore, smaller quantities have also experienced sharp price hikes. Previously sold at 7,500 shillings, a small bucket of Kinigye potatoes now sells for 10,000 shillings, while a bucket of gwangume potatoes, previously priced at 6,000 shillings, is now 9,000 shillings.
Vendors at Agatimba market in Kisoro Municipality attribute these increased prices to a supply shortage and express their concerns about the situation.
Pamela Musime, a chip seller at akamakara, highlights the widespread effects of the rising potato prices. She explains that due to the increased costs, she has had to adjust her prices accordingly. For example, the price of a plate of chips has risen from 1,000 to 1,500 shillings, while an omelet now costs 2,500 shillings, up from 2,000 shillings.
