Fat crisis hits fish and chip shops, driving up prices of classic New Friday food

The Prime Minister of Australia says

The cost of fish and chips is set to rise after the Easter long week as rising oil and fertilizer prices make all parts of the food supply more expensive. Local retailers have warned that they will not be able to accept rising tariffs from fishermen, truckers, potato farmers and airlines. Fish prices rise by … Read more

Cost of living report highlights severe strain on family finances – Here’s what you need to know | Citizen

Cost-of-living report paints grim and financial strain on households, this is what you need to know

Prices of essential utilities such as electricity and water have risen above the national inflation rate for the past six years. The Competition Commission has presented a shocking picture of the cost of living in South Africa, revealing that the prices of essential utilities such as electricity and water have risen more than the national … Read more