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The CitizenThe Consumer Tribunal also fined various companies, including many used car dealers, for disregarding consumers’ rights in terms of the Consumer Protection Act.
The CitizenLow-income consumers only saved a few rands on food in December and now they have to face January with all its expenses.
The CitizenYou can still do quite a few things with that small heap of Christmas presents that are either too ugly or too unsuitable – even good things.
The CitizenWomen from low-income communities track the prices of 44 basic food items for the Household Affordability Index at 47 supermarkets and 32 butcheries where they shop.
The CitizenWhen the denominator is set to drinkers only, South Africa is the 5th highest in the world, with an average of about 30 litres per drinker annually.
The CitizenDue to WeBuyCars not adhering to consumer rights regarding used cars, it now has to take the financial pain of refunds and fines, as well as other expenses.
The CitizenDespite its massive investment and plan to break even by 2028, Old Mutual Bank’s expansion strategy is challenged by the looming entry of Pepkor and Shoprite, which already operate retail finance services at scale.
The CitizenConsumers buying used cars have long worried about what could go wrong, but two recent consumer wins now offer greater protection.
The CitizenDo you sometimes doubt if your financial adviser is right about everything? When the COFI Bill becomes law they will have to be.
The Citizen70% of respondents will spend more than they normally would in a month.
The CitizenSpar launched its first-ever gourmet store at Zimbali Oasis, KwaZulu-Natal.
The CitizenAfter a year of gloom and doom due to various factors affecting the global economy, consumer confidence has increased.
The CitizenConsumers spent a few billion rands on everything from expensive vacations to extra toilet paper, Coca-Cola, air fryers and Klipdrift brandy.
The CitizenHowever, Spar’s net debt reduced by 40% to R5.4 billion from R9.1 billion in 2024.
The CitizenOver the past decade, the network of Pick n Pay Hypermarkets has barely grown.
The CitizenIt is time to relax and enjoy the holidays, but can you afford to? You can if you are careful about your budget.
The CitizenThe CPA is a law that protects consumers from misleading business practices.
The CitizenOne customer spent a whopping R3 million and another just over R1 million, both on travel, entertainment and accommodation.
The CitizenTo change the colour of the bag in less than five days can either mean damage control or this has been on the cards for a while.
The CitizenFood prices are still too high and force most South Africans to cut nutritious food from their household grocery baskets
The CitizenOn the day the Walmart store opened, foot count was about 85 000 compared to the average 37 000 on Saturdays.
The CitizenPick n Pay will welcome four new faces in February 2026.
The CitizenThe big day is here: Black Friday, and South African consumers are lining up to buy something they have been wishing for the whole year.
The CitizenExperts say consumers have cash for Black Friday, boosted by payday timing, stokvel payouts and two-pot withdrawals despite tight budgets.
The CitizenBlack Friday is only at the end of this week, but consumers are already making use of the advance discounts before the big day of shopping.
The CitizenPerhaps it comes down to helping South Africans trust that if they can do it on paper, they can do it in real life, and build real financial confidence.
The CitizenYou can find the odd special price that is really worth it on Black Friday, but the best deal does not make you lie awake at night worrying about debt.
The CitizenWalmart will be competing with the likes of Shoprite, Pick n Pay, Spar, Boxer, and Woolworths.
The Citizen'The modern South African chef is no longer just a creator of flavour, they are a strategist, brand builder, financial custodian and people leader.'
The CitizenOut of the 9 000 Sixty60 drivers in the country, 30% are South African.