Cost of Living
Budget 2025 Passed with VAT Increase as Rand Weakens: What Consumers Can Expect
Budget 2025 Passed with VAT Increase as Rand Weakens: What Consumers Can Expect
With VAT Hike on The Cards, Household Food Basket Cost Increases in March
Household Food Basket Cost Increases in March with VAT Hike on The Cards
Save SA Calls for SRD Grant Increase as Godongwana Keeps It at R370 in Budget 2025
Save SA Calls for SRD Grant Increase as Godongwana Keeps It at R370 in Budget 2025
April 2025 SASSA Grant Increases Lower Than Expected – Here’s the Official Breakdown
For millions of South Africans, SASSA grants are more than just financial aid – they are a lifeline.…
Budget 2025: VAT Hike to 15.5% Adds Pressure on Consumers
South Africa's government announced an increase in VAT from 15% to 15,5%. A further hike of 16% is…
Household Food Basket Costs Drop Slightly in February, but Staple Prices Remain High
The cost of the household food basket saw a minor decline in February 2025, offering slight relief to…
Living on Social Grants: The Struggles of Millions Relying on SASSA for Support
In South Africa, nearly half the population depends on social grants to survive. According to a 2023 SASSA…
SASSA Grants vs VAT-Free Chicken: Which Offers More Relief for Struggling South Africans?
Examining the Impact of VAT-Free Chicken and Social Grants on Low-Income Households As the cost of living in…
The Cost of Living Crisis: Budget-Friendly Meal Planning for South African Families
Affordable Meal Ideas to Help South Africans Save During the Cost of Living Crisis South African households are…
Cosatu to Stage National Strike Over Unemployment and High Cost of Living Next Week
Union Gears Up for Nationwide Protest Against Job Losses and Rising Living Costs The Congress of South African…
SASSA Social Grant Increase Falls Short as Beneficiaries Still Struggle to Make Ends Meet
Despite SASSA Social Grant Increase, Financial Challenges Persist for Millions of South Africans The recent SASSA social grant…