With significant price hikes in fuel, electricity, food and other basic necessities, the Advertiser asked a few locals how they are coping with the price hikes.
Michael Zietsman: I make ends meet, but I notice price increases. The trick is to not live too expensively.
Eric Peebles: Everybody is battling these days. The increases in municipal rates and taxes are the worst.
Eric Peebles: Everybody is battling these days. The increases in municipal rates and taxes are the worst.
Elias Mthethwa: I’m surviving, but it’s difficult times. I’m now trying to save money where I can.
Gustav Holl: I survive on my monthly income; however, times are tough. I try to cut out luxuries.
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