Tag: budget shopping

5 Grocery habits that could be costing South Africans thousands of rand a year

As South Africans welcome the warmth of spring and local grocery aisles fill with fresh, seasonal produce, household budgets across Mzansi remain under persistent pressure. Also see: How to cultivate a reading habit in a scrolling world However, according to consumer expert Renier Botha, director of short-term loan provider Finance27, the shift in seasons offers […]

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How South Africa’s “Best Before” Shops Are Helping Families Save Big on Groceries

Saving Smarter: The Rise of “Best Before” Shops As South African households grapple with climbing food prices, a growing number of “best before” shops are providing a lifeline. These smaller, independently owned stores are challenging the big supermarket chains by selling canned foods, dried goods, toiletries, and other shelf-stable items past their “best before” date […]

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