Firewood and charcoal prices hike

RWAMAGANA – Prices of charcoal and firewood have hiked in most parts of the Eastern Province, with traders warning that more price hikes are expected. According to a mini-survey conducted by The New Times in Rwamagana yesterday, a sack of charcoal has risen to Rwf5500 up from Rwf3000. While a bundle of firewood costs Rwf500 up from Rwf 200.  
A resident selling firewood in Rwamagana market.
A resident selling firewood in Rwamagana market.
Stephen Rwembeho