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South African economy: Inflation, fuel, and gold volatility

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Latest: South Africa faces potential fuel price increases in October

By early September 2026, the South African economy faced intensified pressure from rising fuel costs. Effective September 2, petrol prices increased by R1.34 per liter, while diesel prices rose by up to R3.15 per liter.

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South Africa SASSA grant updates July–September 2026

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Latest: SASSA grant top-ups for October 2026 remain undecided

In mid-2026, South Africa’s Department of Social Development announced increases to the Old-Age Grant (R2,400–R2,420) and introduced smart-queue kiosks to manage service delivery. However, the agency disclosed a R4.8 bil

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