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More JanuWorry: Fuel Price Increase Bad News

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The recent fuel price increase in South Africa, with 93 Unleaded surging to R21.34 and 95 Unleaded climbing to R21.59, has delivered yet another crushing blow to consumers already drowning in debt. For countless households, this hike represents more than just a few extra rands at the pump — it is an added weight on already strained budgets, forcing difficult choices between transportation costs and other essentials like food and electricity. This relentless rise in fuel prices intensifies the financial burden on families who are struggling to stay afloat, deepening the despair of those who face the daily reality of juggling debts, stagnant incomes, and an ever-growing cost of living.

 

January Fuel Price Hike Worsens Over-Indebtedness, Warns Neil Roets

Debt Rescue CEO, Neil Roets, spoke with The Citizen and shared his knowledgeable insights.

According to Neil Roets this marks another heavy blow for households struggling with escalating costs of essentials like food, water, and electricity.

Roets highlights that many consumers will resort to credit to cope, perpetuating the annual “Januworry” trend of starting the year with additional debt. South Africa’s latest Credit Stress Report shows alarming growth in credit reliance, with credit-active consumers increasing by 1.4% year-on-year and total loan balances reaching R2.47 trillion. Overdue balances have also surged, particularly in home loans (up 23%) and credit cards (up 9%).

Despite some optimism over a potential rebound in the Rand, economists predict sustained inflationary pressures in 2025. Roets warns that many households are already buckling under stagnant wages and slower income growth, with 25% of consumers reporting that their income does not match inflation. As a result, reliance on credit is growing, deepening financial strain.

Roets calls for urgent action from leaders to address the unsustainable reliance on credit, emphasising that millions of South Africans face the stark choice between debt and going without essential needs.

 

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