Real Take‑Home Pay in South Africa Falls to a Two‑Year Low
South Africans are earning less in real terms — and the pressure is mounting. Independent economist Elize Kruger joins Kaya Biz to unpack the latest PayInc Net Salary Index, showing a drop in both nominal and real take‑home pay. We explore the impact of fuel price spikes, rising inflation, job losses, and why households are feeling the pinch despite above‑inflation salary increases in some sectors. A clear, data‑driven look at what’s happening in the labour market — and what it means for 2026. Kaya FM
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