South Africa’s consumer price inflation rate will exceed 5% by 31 January 2027.

[Economy]Check by 31 Jan 2027

South Africa’s consumer price inflation rate will exceed 5% by 31 January 2027.

“Well, I think they should expect the inflation rate to rise substantially. And I've calculated that inflation is likely to rise to well over 5% by the end of the year, early next year.”

Dr Aza Jameen · Power FM · POWER Talk · 06 Oct 2026

Will it happen?

100% say yes · 1 vote

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