Fuel price adjustments: Petrol down 52c, diesel up by up to R1.38

Posted on August 3, 2026 by Augustus Consulting

SABC News, 3 August 2026

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has announced adjustments to fuel prices that will take effect on Wednesday. Read More

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Consumer inflation accelerates to 5% in June, the highest since 2024

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Augustus Consulting

Glorious Sefako-Musi, SABC News, 22 July 2026

Annual consumer price inflation jumped to 5 per cent in June, up from 4,5 per cent in May 2026. Read More

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Inflation warning: Loaf of bread could cost R45 in the next decade

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Augustus Consulting

Tshehla Cornelius Koteli, The Citizen, 16 July 2026

Data specialists have warned South Africans that a loaf of bread could cost R45 by 2036, more than double what it costs today, turning a basic staple into a much heavier expense. Read More

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COSATU to protest against the rising cost of living

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Augustus Consulting

Viola May, SABC News, 17 June 2026

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) in the Western Cape has announced that it will hold a march on Friday to protest against the rising cost of living. Read More

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Govt failing to protect citizens from rising cost of living: FOSA

Posted on June 3, 2026 by Augustus Consulting

SABC Radio, 3 June 2026

Civic organisation Forum for South Africa (FOSA) has accused the government of failing to protect citizens from the rising cost of living, following a midnight increase in the price of petrol. Read More

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Inflation surges to 4% in April, the highest in 18 months

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Augustus Consulting

Glorious Sefako-Musi, SABC News, 20 May 2026

Consumer inflation has accelerated in April, spelling tough times ahead for consumers. Read More

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