Consumer price inflation in South Africa rose to 4.5% in September from 4.4% in August, Statistics South Africa confirmed on Wednesday.
International Monetary Fund warns that price increases for food and energy from wars remain high for longer than expected, causing lasting affordability problems.
South Africa’s inflation rose to 4.5% in May, driven by fuel prices, while food inflation eased to 1.9%.
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South Africa’s inflation rises to 3,4% in September 2025, driven by housing, utilities, and food, while services accelerate.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran in the Middle East has once again highlighted the fragility of global markets and the interconnectedness of geopolitical tensions with South Africa’s economic…