Employed but struggling: South Africans face cost-of-living squeeze
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Having a job and earning a regular salary was once seen as a sign of financial stability, but for a growing number of South Africans, a monthly income is no longer enough to cover the rising cost of living.
Despite annual consumer inflation reaching 4.4% in August 2026, essential expenses continue to put pressure on household budgets, leaving some employed consumers increasingly reliant on credit just to get through the month.
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Despite annual consumer inflation reaching 4.4% in August 2026, essential expenses continue to put pressure on household budgets, leaving some employed consumers increasingly reliant on credit just to get through the month.
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