JOHANNESBURG - The price of fuel has gone up sharply this month with predictions that we are in for more hikes in the price of diesel and petrol in October.
That is pushing many South African households to the edge.
Some consumers have felt the impact of the increasing cost of living more than others, but there's general agreement that life has become more expensive.
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Meanwhile, business owners must balance staying afloat with keeping cash-strapped customers engaged.
While also dealing with the impact of devastating power cuts.
eNCA's Hloni Mtimkulu has more details.