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The rand strengthened, producer and consumer inflation eased, and the average food basket became cheaper in August. But looming fuel increases and subdued salary growth mean household relief may be limited.
PPI

Sunday Review: Inflation eases and food basket costs fall, but fuel hikes loom

The rand strengthened, inflation eased and the food basket fell in August, but higher fuel costs and weak salary growth may limit household relief.

  • Ashley Lechman
  • Yogashen Pillay
6 min read
Rising living costs squeeze budgets and it's being felt across the board.
ECONOMY

South Africa’s economy improves, but households remain under pressure

Inflation has eased and salaries rose, but debt, high costs and low savings still squeeze South African households.

  • Ashley Lechman
  • Vivian Warby
  • Yogashen Pillay
8 min read
Why does the grocery bill seem so much more expensive?
FOOD AFFORDABILITY

Ever been shocked that a small grocery shop costs R1,000? You’re not alone

Food inflation is slowing, but the grocery bill remains a squeeze.

  • Yogashen Pillay
8 min read
The Supreme Court of Appeal is set to hear a critical case on August 25 that could reshape social assistance for over 16 million South Africans.
SOCIAL GRANTS

SCA to hear pivotal SA social grant case affecting millions

The Supreme Court of Appeal is poised to hear a landmark appeal on August 25 regarding the Covid-19 Social Relief grant.

  • Mayibongwe Maqhina
  • Kamini Padayachee
2 min read