We did the math: Can you still prepare a good 'thiéboudienne' with 5,000 FCFA?

The price of yaboy, the sardine, has significantly increased from 150 FCFA per kilo in the early 2000s to between 1,500 and 2,000 FCFA in 2026. For a family of five to six, the cost for fish alone ranges from 2,250 to 4,000 FCFA. Meanwhile, rice remains relatively stable at 300 FCFA per kilo, and other ingredients like oil and vegetables also contribute to the total cost of the dish.