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How South Africans are stretching food budgets in 2026

I remember when I was in primary school, standing in the tuckshop queue with R5, thinking that was a lot. If anyone had R20, they were deemed rich on the spot. And R5 got you far: a toasted sarmie, a drink, and a sweet or two. Just imagine what R20 could get you… Nowadays, money […]

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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How South Africans are stretching food budgets in 2026

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

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