South Africa: CPI Rises in September

South Africa: CPI Rises in September

[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa's annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased to 4.5% in September 2026, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) said on Wednesday.

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South Africa's Inflation Rises to 4.5% in September 2026

South Africa's annual consumer price inflation climbed to 4.5% in September 2026, Statistics South Africa reported. The increase was largely fuelled by higher transport costs, putting pressure on household budgets.

South Africa’s inflation rises to 4.5% in September as transport costs jump

South Africa’s annual consumer price inflation rose to 4.5% in September 2026 from 4.4% in August, driven largely by higher transport costs, according to Statistics South Africa.