Breaking: Government extends temporary reduction in the fuel levy

Posted on May 31, 2022 by Augustus Consulting

Narissa Subramoney, The Citizen, 31 May 2022

The Ministers of Finance and Mineral Resources and Energy has announced the temporary reduction in the general fuel levy of R1.50 per litre will be extended. Read More

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SA is paying nearly 12% more for food than last year

Posted on May 31, 2022 by Augustus Consulting

Suthentira Govender, Times Live, 31 May 2022

The Covid-19 pandemic, war in Ukraine, unrest and the KwaZulu-Natal floods have contributed to South Africans forking out nearly 12% more for basic food items compared to a year ago. Read More

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Renewed concern: Food prices adding to burden of higher fuel rates

Posted on May 30, 2022 by Augustus Consulting

Ina Opperman, The Citizen, 30 May 2022

Renewed concerns about food prices are adding to the consumer burden of the higher fuel price that will be announced this week along with the new unemployment figures tomorrow. Read More

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World Hunger Day: How is malnutrition affecting South Africa?

Posted on May 28, 2022 by Augustus Consulting

Keely Goodall, Eyewitness News, 28 May 2022

Saturday is World Hunger Day and with the rising level of malnutrition among children in South Africa it is important to look at access to food across the country. Read More

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Inflation remains at 5.9% in April, with food and transport costs causing concern

Posted on May 18, 2022 by Augustus Consulting

Ina Opperman, The Citizen, 18 May 2022

Inflation remained at 5.9% in April, the same as in March, but 0,6% higher compared to April in 2021, with the annual inflation rate for goods at 8,5%, down from 8,7% in March and 3,5% for services, up from 3,4% in March. Read More

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Motorists warned to expect massive fuel price hike in June

Posted on May 16, 2022 by Augustus Consulting

Nkosikhona Duma, Eyewitness News, 16 May 2022

Analysts have warned motorists to expect a massive petrol price increase next month. Read More

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