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Guinea caps bottled water prices after plastic sachet ban
Guinea set national price ceilings on bottled water after banning single-use plastic water sachets led to shortages and higher prices. Several pack sizes are capped at 25,000 francs (US$2.84).
Why it matters
The policy shows the cost trade-offs households face when environmental bans hit basic goods.
Background
Plastic water sachets are a cheap, common source of drinking water in West Africa but contribute heavily to litter and pollution.
The story so far
- Guinea caps bottled water prices after sachet ban causes shortages
- Guinea caps bottled water prices after plastic sachet ban
Sources
- France 24 ↗October 7, 2026
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