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Food prices squeeze the poor

Aworker earning a national minimum wage of R3 643.92 a month is unable to feed their family at even the minimum level, as they can only provide an amount 38% below the food poverty line of R624 per person per month for each family member.

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September household food baskets softens off highs

While these baskets have come down in September 2021, they are still showing the impact of the July unrest.

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Household shopping basket price tag rises 10% in a year

The average cost of household food baskets across South Africa has increased by R384.78, or 10 percent, to R4 241.11 over the past 12 months, according to the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group (PMBEJD).

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Food prices spike in Joburg, Durban and PMB after unrest

Food prices spike in Joburg, Durban and PMB after unrest
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