The overall trend for October reflects a welcome decline in wholesale costs compared to September. NAMICA retained its spot as the most affordable wholesaler, while Wecke & Voigts continued to hold the position as the most expensive.
The price gap between the cheapest and most expensive wholesalers narrowed slightly to N$96.17. Encouragingly, all four wholesalers recorded month-on-month decreases in their total basket prices, with Windhoek Cash & Carry posting the largest drop of N$70.20, signaling easing cost pressures in the wholesale segment.
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Key Observations – October 2025
The Largest Variance: 4kg Chicken
The 4kg Chicken pack showed the highest price disparity, making it the most critical item for bulk savings:
- Cheapest: NAMICA at N$175.99
- Most Expensive: Wecke & Voigts at N$220.50
- Price Gap: A substantial N$44.51 difference.
High-Variance Staples
Wholesalers showed considerable difference in pricing for essential non-perishable goods:
- Marconi Polana Pasta (5kg): This staple had a variance of N$17.05, ranging from a low of N$114.95 (Windhoek C & C) to a high of N$132.00 (Wecke & Voigts).
- Marathon Sugar (10kg): The price differential for sugar reached N$17.66, with NAMICA offering the lowest price at N$178.99.
- Cooking Oil (5L): Metro offered the cheapest price N$141.99, while Wecke & Voigt was the most expensive at N$167.30, a N$25.31 gap.
Low-Variance Commodities
- Fresh Milk (1L 6-pack): This item had the most consistent pricing, with a minimal difference of just N$2.21 across all four stores, hovering around the N$120.00 mark.
Conclusion & Consumer Takeaway
NAMICA retains the title of the cheapest wholesaler for the fourth consecutive month, making it the best option for a single, comprehensive bulk purchase in October 2025.
The general decrease in prices across all measured retailers is a positive indicator for the wholesale sector. For buyers looking to maximize savings, monitoring high-variance items like 4kg Chicken and 5kg Pasta is crucial, as the price gaps on these specific goods far outweigh the savings on the overall basket total.
