Sachet Water Prices to Rise From Monday as Polymer Crisis Bites
The National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers (NASPAWAP) announced an upward revision of prices across the supply chain from Monday, April 6, 2026. The industry body cited a global shortage of polymers as the central driver of the price hike, with the ongoing conflict in Iran further straining supply lines. The ex-factory price of a bag of 500ml x 30 sachets will move to GH¢8, while the ex-truck price has been set at GH¢10. The maximum retail price has been pegged at GH¢15 per bag.
NASPAWAP described these as recommended prices, urging retailers and consumers to observe them in the interest of fair trade. NASPAWAP said in its statement that "The rising costs have significantly impacted production, making it challenging for manufacturers to maintain current prices." Sachet water remains the most accessible and affordable source of drinking water for millions of Ghanaians.
The key question now is whether retailers will honour the recommended maximum retail price. NASPAWAP is appealing for understanding from the public, acknowledging the difficulty of the timing while maintaining that the revision is necessary for the survival of producers.
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Sachet water producers in Ghana are set to increase prices - impacting consumers nationwide. A global polymer shortage is threatening to disrupt the affordable drinking water supply.
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