Wandile Sihlobo indicates that South African consumers can anticipate a moderation in food price inflation by 2026, due to ample grain stocks and a favorable harvest outlook. The positive fundamentals are expected to outweigh concerns related to foot-and-mouth disease, contingent on the successful rollout of vaccines. This situation points toward a more stable food price environment for consumers in the coming years. Overall, the agricultural landscape appears promising for South Africa’s food security.
